James Shammas, MD
NPI 1295796134 · Neurology Physician · Ridgewood, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Shammas, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Ridgewood, NJ (NPI 1295796134).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295796134
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA62162 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,456 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 243 | $106 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 217 | $5 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 177 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 175 | $139 |
| 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 | 171 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 167 | 45 |
| Gabapentin | 146 | 57 |
| Memantine Hclbrand: Memantine Hcl Er | 99 | 23 |
| Prednisone | 52 | 12 |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide | 43 | 16 |
| Memantine Hcl | 34 | 12 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 33 | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-30
- Last updated
- 2008-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Shammas's NPI number?
- James Shammas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295796134, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Shammas's specialty?
- James Shammas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Shammas located?
- James Shammas's practice location on file with NPPES is 1200 East Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.
- What is James Shammas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Shammas is (201) 444-0868.
- Does James Shammas accept Medicare?
- James Shammas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Shammas's NPI active?
- Yes — James Shammas's NPI (1295796134) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.