James Needell, M.D.
NPI 1417988825 · Internal Medicine Physician · Lincolnton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Needell, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Lincolnton, NC (NPI 1417988825).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417988825
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 200001222 (NC)
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
19 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
475 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 167 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 140 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 37 | $85 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 35 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 33 | $169 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 96 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 176 | 47 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 135 | 47 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 109 | 30 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 105 | 24 |
| Losartan Potassium | 104 | 35 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 95 | 16 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-05
- Last updated
- 2025-06-12
- Certified
- 2025-06-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Needell's NPI number?
- James Needell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417988825, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Needell's specialty?
- James Needell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Needell located?
- James Needell's practice location on file with NPPES is 212 Gamble Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092-4421.
- What is James Needell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Needell is (704) 735-7145.
- Does James Needell accept Medicare?
- James Needell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Needell's NPI active?
- Yes — James Needell's NPI (1417988825) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.