James Patterson, M.D.
NPI 1396788493 · Ophthalmology Physician · Denver, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Patterson, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Denver, CO (NPI 1396788493).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396788493
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25677 (CO)
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
1,929 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 619 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 234 | $94 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 194 | $544 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 144 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 144 | $58 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 121 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 345 | 82 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 95 | 26 |
| Fluorometholone | 38 | 33 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 33 | 28 |
| Timolol Maleate | 31 | 11 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 22 | 21 |
| Azithromycin | 19 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$317 across 11 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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2025-12-04
- Certified
- 2025-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Patterson's NPI number?
- James Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396788493, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Patterson's specialty?
- James Patterson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Patterson located?
- James Patterson's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 E Florida Ave Ste 720, Denver, CO 80210-2562.
- What is James Patterson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Patterson is (303) 320-1777.
- Does James Patterson accept Medicare?
- James Patterson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Patterson's NPI active?
- Yes — James Patterson's NPI (1396788493) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.