James Sorce, MD
NPI 1285639419 · Otolaryngology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Sorce, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1285639419).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285639419
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K1070 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
472 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 92 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 83 | $121 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 79 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 76 | $105 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 76 | $159 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 62 | 28 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortbrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hc | 60 | 46 |
| Methylprednisolone | 46 | 44 |
| Omeprazole | 37 | 18 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 33 | 20 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 31 | 16 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 28 | 21 |
| Cefdinir |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,358 across 13 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-15
- Last updated
- 2026-01-30
- Certified
- 2026-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Sorce's NPI number?
- James Sorce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285639419, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Sorce's specialty?
- James Sorce is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Sorce located?
- James Sorce's practice location on file with NPPES is 18707 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 475, San Antonio, TX 78258-5063.
- What is James Sorce's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Sorce is (210) 499-4589.
- Does James Sorce accept Medicare?
- James Sorce is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Sorce's NPI active?
- Yes — James Sorce's NPI (1285639419) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.