James Adams, MD
NPI 1497750178 · Family Medicine Physician · Leland, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Adams, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Leland, NC (NPI 1497750178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497750178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9801132 (NC)
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
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
15,570 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 | 1,806 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,604 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,202 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 1,095 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 981 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 168 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 981 | 271 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 671 | 172 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 533 | 152 |
| Losartan Potassium | 430 | 118 |
| Omeprazole | 423 | 125 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 395 | 115 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$137 across 2 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 (4)
- 1960 S 16th StWilmington, NC 28401-6676Phone: (910) 343-9991
- 510 Carolina Bay DrSte 110Wilmington, NC 28403-2041Phone: (910) 662-6000
- 5145 S College RdWilmington, NC 28412-2207Phone: (910) 792-1144
- 7420 Market StWilmington, NC 28411-9453Phone: (910) 686-2525
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2025-03-18
- Certified
- 2025-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Adams's NPI number?
- James Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497750178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Adams's specialty?
- James Adams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Adams located?
- James Adams's practice location on file with NPPES is 1333 S Dickinson Dr Unit 230, Leland, NC 28451-6434.
- What is James Adams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Adams is (910) 662-6600.
- Does James Adams accept Medicare?
- James Adams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Adams's NPI active?
- Yes — James Adams's NPI (1497750178) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.