James Hesse, M.D.
NPI 1578521993 · Family Medicine Physician · Wichita, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Hesse, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Wichita, KS (NPI 1578521993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578521993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0420457 (KS)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,560 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 563 | $119 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 399 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 201 | $84 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 135 | $120 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 130 | $13 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 105 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 480 | 117 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 341 | 75 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 275 | 60 |
| Lisinopril | 273 | 72 |
| Metformin Hcl | 229 | 53 |
| Simvastatin | 190 | 48 |
| Losartan Potassium | 169 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$899 across 8 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
- 2006-05-03
- Last updated
- 2018-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Hesse's NPI number?
- James Hesse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578521993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Hesse's specialty?
- James Hesse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Hesse located?
- James Hesse's practice location on file with NPPES is 8020 E Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67206-2360.
- What is James Hesse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Hesse is (316) 636-2662.
- Does James Hesse accept Medicare?
- James Hesse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Hesse's NPI active?
- Yes — James Hesse's NPI (1578521993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.