James Branch, MD
NPI 1538147061 · Ophthalmology Physician · Winston-Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Branch, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Winston-Salem, NC (NPI 1538147061).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538147061
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- NC21915 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Optician156FX1800X
Eye and Vision Services 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
395 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 | 125 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 89 | $120 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 56 | $37 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 46 | $14 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 28 | $34 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 20 | $117 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluorometholone | 671 | 225 |
| Latanoprost | 653 | 140 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 236 | 102 |
| Timolol Maleate | 235 | 58 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 212 | 129 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 184 | 50 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 179 | 97 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$127 across 5 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
- 2006-01-05
- Last updated
- 2008-03-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Branch's NPI number?
- James Branch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538147061, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Branch's specialty?
- James Branch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Branch located?
- James Branch's practice location on file with NPPES is 224 Town Run Ln, Winston-Salem, NC 27101-3911.
- What is James Branch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Branch is (336) 723-0748.
- Does James Branch accept Medicare?
- James Branch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Branch's NPI active?
- Yes — James Branch's NPI (1538147061) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.