James Hess, MD
NPI 1528178043 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Independence, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Hess, MD is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Independence, LA (NPI 1528178043).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528178043
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.15685 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 172 | 32 |
| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate | 43 | — |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 30 | 11 |
| Fluconazole | 22 | — |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 21 | — |
| Metronidazole | 15 | 14 |
| Norgestimate-Ethinyl Estradiolbrand: Tri-Lo-Estarylla | 13 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-30
- Last updated
- 2017-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Hess's NPI number?
- James Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528178043, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Hess's specialty?
- James Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Hess located?
- James Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 52579 Highway 51 S, Independence, LA 70443-2231.
- What is James Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Hess is (985) 878-9421.
- Does James Hess accept Medicare?
- James Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — James Hess's NPI (1528178043) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.