James Gitter, M.D.
NPI 1295756864 · Nephrology Physician · Richfield, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Gitter, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Richfield, MN (NPI 1295756864).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295756864
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45982 (MN)
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
19 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
873 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 259 | $273 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 163 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 117 | $111 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 78 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 47 | $101 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 155 | 44 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 97 | 18 |
| Calcitriol | 91 | 28 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 86 | 31 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 86 | 27 |
| Furosemide | 75 | 20 |
| Carvedilol | 75 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-21
- Last updated
- 2021-03-11
- Certified
- 2021-03-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Gitter's NPI number?
- James Gitter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295756864, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Gitter's specialty?
- James Gitter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Gitter located?
- James Gitter's practice location on file with NPPES is 6601 Lyndale Ave S, Richfield, MN 55423-2477.
- What is James Gitter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Gitter is (612) 823-8001.
- Does James Gitter accept Medicare?
- James Gitter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Gitter's NPI active?
- Yes — James Gitter's NPI (1295756864) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.