John Symms, MD
NPI 1457706228 · Otolaryngology Physician · Boise, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Symms, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Boise, ID (NPI 1457706228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457706228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R75550 (AZ)
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
10 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
488 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 154 | $117 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 84 | $153 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 72 | $166 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 65 | $83 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 53 | $26 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ofloxacin | 48 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 39 | 27 |
| Prednisone | 38 | 31 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 37 | 30 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 35 | 17 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 31 | 29 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 30 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$65 across 1 record (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
- 2016-04-29
- Last updated
- 2024-06-25
- Certified
- 2024-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Symms's NPI number?
- John Symms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457706228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Symms's specialty?
- John Symms is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Symms located?
- John Symms's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 N Liberty St Ste 400, Boise, ID 83704-8707.
- What is John Symms's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Symms is (208) 336-4368.
- Does John Symms accept Medicare?
- John Symms is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Symms's NPI active?
- Yes — John Symms's NPI (1457706228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.