James Kearney, MD
NPI 1689610636 · Otolaryngology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Kearney, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1689610636).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689610636
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD048401L (PA)
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
743 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 | 202 | $67 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 131 | $68 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 94 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 84 | $99 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 73 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 71 | 25 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 66 | 21 |
| Prednisone | 39 | 31 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 35 | 15 |
| Methylprednisolone | 33 | 27 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 32 | — |
| Omeprazole | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$187 across 3 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
- 2006-06-20
- Last updated
- 2011-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Kearney's NPI number?
- James Kearney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689610636, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Kearney's specialty?
- James Kearney is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Kearney located?
- James Kearney's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
- What is James Kearney's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Kearney is (215) 829-5180.
- Does James Kearney accept Medicare?
- James Kearney is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Kearney's NPI active?
- Yes — James Kearney's NPI (1689610636) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.