James Butler, MD
NPI 1609960541 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Butler, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1609960541).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609960541
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 014621 (LA)
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
19 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
718 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 439 | $71 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 79 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 69 | $34 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 50 | $89 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 32 | $24 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 26 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 87 | 49 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 67 | 53 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 54 | 27 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 50 | 29 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | 35 | 24 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$685 across 25 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
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2020-01-22
- Certified
- 2020-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Butler's NPI number?
- James Butler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609960541, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Butler's specialty?
- James Butler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Butler located?
- James Butler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1150 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458.
- What is James Butler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Butler is (985) 646-3662.
- Does James Butler accept Medicare?
- James Butler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Butler's NPI active?
- Yes — James Butler's NPI (1609960541) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.