Sara James, M.D.
NPI 1417303488 · Dermatology Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sara James, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Chapel Hill, NC (NPI 1417303488).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417303488
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 218006 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,949 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,039 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 541 | $89 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 392 | $49 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 225 | $86 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 223 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 123 | 59 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 117 | 89 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 105 | 63 |
| Hydrocortisone | 82 | 70 |
| Metronidazole | 56 | 34 |
| Fluorouracil | 45 | 42 |
| Tretinoin | 38 | 19 |
| Ciclopirox | 35 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,035 across 49 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2238 Nelson Hwy Ste 100Chapel Hill, NC 27517-8914Phone: (919) 401-1994
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-10
- Last updated
- 2020-06-24
- Certified
- 2020-06-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sara James's NPI number?
- Sara James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417303488, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sara James's specialty?
- Sara James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sara James located?
- Sara James's practice location on file with NPPES is 410 Market St Ste 400, Chapel Hill, NC 27516-4061.
- What is Sara James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sara James is (984) 974-3900.
- Does Sara James accept Medicare?
- Sara James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sara James's NPI active?
- Yes — Sara James's NPI (1417303488) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.