James Kontak, M.D.
NPI 1578503272 · Urology Physician · Cleveland, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Kontak, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Cleveland, OH (NPI 1578503272).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578503272
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 35-086555 (OH)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,037 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 586 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 407 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 307 | $85 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 119 | $10 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 112 | $201 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,008 | 267 |
| Finasteride | 523 | 122 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 162 | 37 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 158 | 38 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 127 | 84 |
| Dutasteride | 114 | 32 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 111 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$808 across 22 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 (2)
- 5260 Smith RdBrookpark, OH 44142-1747Phone: (216) 941-0333Fax: (216) 941-5257
- 29101 Health Campus Dr Ste 310Westlake, OH 44145-5274Phone: (440) 892-6600Fax: (440) 892-3482
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-08
- Last updated
- 2022-01-03
- Certified
- 2022-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Kontak's NPI number?
- James Kontak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578503272, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Kontak's specialty?
- James Kontak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Kontak located?
- James Kontak's practice location on file with NPPES is 18099 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111-5610.
- What is James Kontak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Kontak is (216) 941-0333.
- Does James Kontak accept Medicare?
- James Kontak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Kontak's NPI active?
- Yes — James Kontak's NPI (1578503272) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.