James Palmer, MD
NPI 1447287339 · Otolaryngology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Palmer, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1447287339).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447287339
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD074245 (PA)
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
19 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
1,292 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 463 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 211 | $98 |
| Biopsy Or Removal of Nasal Polyp Or Tissue Using an Endoscope31237 | 172 | $234 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 151 | $66 |
| Computer-Assisted Procedure Outside Membrane Covering Brain61782 | 55 | $176 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 105 | 76 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 47 | 37 |
| Levofloxacin | 42 | 38 |
| Fluticasone Propionatebrand: Xhance | 38 | 17 |
| Omeprazole | 35 | 17 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 35 | 18 |
| Mupirocin | 34 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55,560 across 53 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
- 2006-06-27
- Last updated
- 2012-10-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Palmer's NPI number?
- James Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447287339, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Palmer's specialty?
- James Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Palmer located?
- James Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 3400 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-4206.
- What is James Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Palmer is (215) 662-2777.
- Does James Palmer accept Medicare?
- James Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — James Palmer's NPI (1447287339) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.