James Sykes, D.O.
NPI 1649277468 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · West Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Sykes, D.O. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in West Des Moines, IA (NPI 1649277468).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649277468
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1941 (IA)
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
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
254 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Lens Surgery00142 | 107 | $111 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 35 | $233 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 27 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 26 | $118 |
| Anesthesia for Retinal Surgery00145 | 22 | $177 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 40 | — |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 36 | — |
| Fentanyl | 33 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$150 across 7 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
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2010-06-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Sykes's NPI number?
- James Sykes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649277468, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Sykes's specialty?
- James Sykes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Sykes located?
- James Sykes's practice location on file with NPPES is 5901 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266-8218.
- What is James Sykes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Sykes is (515) 221-9222.
- Does James Sykes accept Medicare?
- James Sykes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Sykes's NPI active?
- Yes — James Sykes's NPI (1649277468) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-06-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.