James Connaughton, M.D.
NPI 1467486563 · Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Colorectal Surgery (proctology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Connaughton, M.D. is a Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1467486563).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467486563
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Colon & Rectal Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101231880 (VA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
439 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 131 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 94 | $104 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 27 | $85 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 25 | $168 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $122 |
| Non-Needle Measurement and Recording of Electrical Activity of Muscles at Bladder and Bowel Openings |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 93 | 83 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 75 | 26 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 57 | 31 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 45 | 19 |
| Sucralfate | 41 | 27 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 38 | 25 |
| Metronidazole | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,120 across 9 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 (2)
- 2200 Bergquist DrSuite 1, Lackland Air Force BaseLackland a F B, TX 78236-9907Phone: (210) 292-5539Fax: (210) 292-3893
- 7940 Floyd Curl Dr Ste 215San Antonio, TX 78229-3907Phone: (210) 314-7872Fax: (210) 314-7963
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-11
- Last updated
- 2025-06-18
- Certified
- 2025-06-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Connaughton's NPI number?
- James Connaughton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467486563, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Connaughton's specialty?
- James Connaughton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Connaughton located?
- James Connaughton's practice location on file with NPPES is 613 Elizabeth St Ste 502, Corpus Christi, TX 78404-2224.
- What is James Connaughton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Connaughton is (361) 883-3831.
- Does James Connaughton accept Medicare?
- James Connaughton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Connaughton's NPI active?
- Yes — James Connaughton's NPI (1467486563) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.