James Yue, MD
NPI 1679557615 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Shelton, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Yue, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Shelton, CT (NPI 1679557615).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679557615
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 38134 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
627 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 | 212 | $95 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 110 | $42 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 39 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 38 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 36 | $117 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 123 | 53 |
| Gabapentin | 59 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 54 | 26 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 32 | 30 |
| Pregabalin | 32 | — |
| Celecoxib | 31 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$203,542 across 39 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 12 Bokum RdEssex, CT 06426-1500Phone: (860) 767-9053Fax: (860) 767-1146
- 2416 Whitney Ave Ste 3Hamden, CT 06518-3249Phone: (203) 407-3554Fax: (203) 848-2353
- 146 Samson Rock DrMadison, CT 06443-3018Phone: (203) 245-7447Fax: (860) 767-1146
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-02
- Last updated
- 2026-05-18
- Certified
- 2026-05-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Yue's NPI number?
- James Yue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679557615, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Yue's specialty?
- James Yue is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Yue located?
- James Yue's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484-3861.
- What is James Yue's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Yue is (203) 407-3554.
- Does James Yue accept Medicare?
- James Yue is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Yue's NPI active?
- Yes — James Yue's NPI (1679557615) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.