Sara James, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1558895862 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Champaign, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sara James, M.D., PH.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Champaign, IL (NPI 1558895862).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558895862
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036159473 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
1,225 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 229 | $235 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 186 | $166 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 182 | $86 |
| 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 | 115 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 96 | $122 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 80 | 20 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 59 | 28 |
| Pregabalin | 51 | 21 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 23 | 19 |
| Celecoxib | 18 | 11 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 17 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$186 across 7 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
- 2017-04-13
- Last updated
- 2024-11-26
- Certified
- 2024-11-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sara James's NPI number?
- Sara James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558895862, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sara James's specialty?
- Sara James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sara James located?
- Sara James's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820-3981.
- What is Sara James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sara James is (217) 366-5027.
- Does Sara James accept Medicare?
- Sara James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sara James's NPI active?
- Yes — Sara James's NPI (1558895862) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.