James Hurst, MD
NPI 1477713535 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lufkin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Hurst, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lufkin, TX (NPI 1477713535).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477713535
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 04-37030 (KS)
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
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
1,050 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 | 311 | $86 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 221 | $60 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 171 | $69 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 93 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 59 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 111 | 60 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 83 | 40 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 62 | 40 |
| Gabapentin | 35 | — |
| Mupirocin | 32 | 29 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 27 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,904 across 28 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)
- 3414 Golden RdTyler, TX 75701-8336Phone: (903) 939-7500Fax: (903) 939-7728
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-12
- Last updated
- 2025-06-19
- Certified
- 2022-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Hurst's NPI number?
- James Hurst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477713535, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Hurst's specialty?
- James Hurst is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Hurst located?
- James Hurst's practice location on file with NPPES is 208 Gaslight Blvd, Lufkin, TX 75904-3166.
- What is James Hurst's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Hurst is (936) 634-8800.
- Does James Hurst accept Medicare?
- James Hurst is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Hurst's NPI active?
- Yes — James Hurst's NPI (1477713535) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.