James Olson, MD
NPI 1659357580 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Reno, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Olson, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Reno, NV (NPI 1659357580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659357580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9625 (NV)
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
280 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 | 88 | $125 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 34 | $48 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles20552 | 30 | $44 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 30 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 24 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 262 | 21 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 200 | 27 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 38 | 18 |
| Mupirocin | 35 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 33 | 15 |
| Ibuprofen | 32 | 17 |
| Naproxen | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$103 across 4 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
- 2005-12-22
- Last updated
- 2010-09-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Olson's NPI number?
- James Olson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659357580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Olson's specialty?
- James Olson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Olson located?
- James Olson's practice location on file with NPPES is 6630 South Mc Carran Blvd, Reno, NV 89509-6136.
- What is James Olson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Olson is (775) 828-2873.
- Does James Olson accept Medicare?
- James Olson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Olson's NPI active?
- Yes — James Olson's NPI (1659357580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-09-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.