James Atkins, MD
NPI 1396730776 · Otolaryngology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Atkins, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1396730776).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396730776
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- H0145 (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
20 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
1,987 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 620 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 458 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 187 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 171 | $121 |
| Ct Scan of Face Without Contrast70486 | 166 | $123 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 131 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 217 | 80 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 95 | 46 |
| Methylprednisolone | 94 | 90 |
| Cefdinir | 91 | 88 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 50 | — |
| Azithromycin | 46 | 45 |
| Clonidine Hcl | 41 | 41 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,018 across 35 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
- 2005-09-13
- Last updated
- 2013-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Atkins's NPI number?
- James Atkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396730776, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Atkins's specialty?
- James Atkins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Atkins located?
- James Atkins's practice location on file with NPPES is 15900 La Cantera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78256-2422.
- What is James Atkins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Atkins is (830) 816-3838.
- Does James Atkins accept Medicare?
- James Atkins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Atkins's NPI active?
- Yes — James Atkins's NPI (1396730776) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.