James Kraus, M.D.
NPI 1538303961 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Kraus, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1538303961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538303961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 239119 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
734 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 368 | $40 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 92 | $88 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 86 | $12 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 60 | $29 |
| Blood Bank Physician Services for Cross Match And/Or Evaluation and Written Report86077 | 48 | $54 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Limited Examination88300 | 42 | $5 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-29
- Last updated
- 2011-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Kraus's NPI number?
- James Kraus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538303961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Kraus's specialty?
- James Kraus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Kraus located?
- James Kraus's practice location on file with NPPES is 125 N Saint Clair St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3679.
- What is James Kraus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Kraus is (502) 836-3065.
- Does James Kraus accept Medicare?
- James Kraus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Kraus's NPI active?
- Yes — James Kraus's NPI (1538303961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.