James Houle, M.D.
NPI 1619905957 · Otolaryngology Physician · Sarasota, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Houle, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Sarasota, FL (NPI 1619905957).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619905957
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME63917 (FL)
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
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
1,533 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 | 570 | $131 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 201 | $184 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 184 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 183 | $172 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 174 | $42 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 62 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 326 | 178 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 205 | 120 |
| Famotidine | 132 | 51 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 84 | 34 |
| Methylprednisolone | 79 | 66 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 76 | 45 |
| Cefdinir | 68 | 51 |
| Ipratropium Bromide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$419 across 11 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
- 2006-06-28
- Last updated
- 2025-05-28
- Certified
- 2025-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Houle's NPI number?
- James Houle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619905957, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Houle's specialty?
- James Houle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Houle located?
- James Houle's practice location on file with NPPES is 4937 Clark Rd Ste 101, Sarasota, FL 34233-3241.
- What is James Houle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Houle is (941) 379-3277.
- Does James Houle accept Medicare?
- James Houle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Houle's NPI active?
- Yes — James Houle's NPI (1619905957) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.