James Elder, M.D.
NPI 1427221803 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Elder, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1427221803).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427221803
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.095882 (OH)
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
18 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
445 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer-Assisted Radiosurgery of Simple Growth of Brain, Each Additional Growth61797 | 105 | $212 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance During Surgery76998 | 57 | $44 |
| Computer-Assisted Procedure Inside Brain61781 | 53 | $227 |
| Computer-Assisted Radiosurgery of Simple Growth of Brain, First Growth61796 | 53 | $985 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 37 | $124 |
| Removal of Skull Bone for Removal of Growth of Upper Brain61510 | 35 | $2,042 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,134 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 300 W 10th AveColumbus, OH 43210-1280Phone: (614) 293-8714Fax: (614) 293-4281
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-08
- Last updated
- 2021-02-05
- Certified
- 2021-02-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Elder's NPI number?
- James Elder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427221803, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Elder's specialty?
- James Elder is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Elder located?
- James Elder's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1280.
- What is James Elder's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Elder is (614) 685-1965.
- Does James Elder accept Medicare?
- James Elder is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Elder's NPI active?
- Yes — James Elder's NPI (1427221803) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.