James Palen, M.D.
NPI 1598902728 · Family Medicine Physician · Cape Girardeau, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Palen, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Cape Girardeau, MO (NPI 1598902728).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598902728
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036122359 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
4,948 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 1,160 | $65 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 1,103 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 941 | $110 |
| 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 | 776 | $15 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 264 | $105 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 261 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,089 | 138 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 844 | 96 |
| Gabapentin | 840 | 106 |
| Furosemide | 832 | 119 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 713 | 95 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 645 | 99 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,569 across 79 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
- 2009-01-09
- Last updated
- 2009-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Palen's NPI number?
- James Palen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598902728, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Palen's specialty?
- James Palen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Palen located?
- James Palen's practice location on file with NPPES is 3129 Blattner Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-6364.
- What is James Palen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Palen is (573) 335-0166.
- Does James Palen accept Medicare?
- James Palen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Palen's NPI active?
- Yes — James Palen's NPI (1598902728) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.