James Stonecipher, M.D.
NPI 1497716179 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Bryan, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Stonecipher, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Bryan, TX (NPI 1497716179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497716179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- J0290 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
745 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 | 222 | $93 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 161 | $128 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 80 | $54 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $63 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 33 | $50 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 497 | 144 |
| Gabapentin | 240 | 100 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 142 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 106 | 48 |
| Pregabalin | 105 | 43 |
| Fentanyl | 101 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$158 across 4 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
- 2006-03-31
- Last updated
- 2011-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Stonecipher's NPI number?
- James Stonecipher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497716179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Stonecipher's specialty?
- James Stonecipher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Stonecipher located?
- James Stonecipher's practice location on file with NPPES is 3841 Sagebriar Drive, Bryan, TX 77802-6107.
- What is James Stonecipher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Stonecipher is (979) 774-1377.
- Does James Stonecipher accept Medicare?
- James Stonecipher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Stonecipher's NPI active?
- Yes — James Stonecipher's NPI (1497716179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.