James Pacala, MD
NPI 1689759599 · Family Medicine Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Pacala, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1689759599).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689759599
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35965 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
258 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 71 | $123 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 69 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 20 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 18 | $8 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 17 | $15 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 143 | 46 |
| Losartan Potassium | 91 | 27 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 83 | 25 |
| Omeprazole | 79 | 19 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 52 | 17 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 50 | 19 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-26
- Last updated
- 2013-02-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Pacala's NPI number?
- James Pacala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689759599, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Pacala's specialty?
- James Pacala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Pacala located?
- James Pacala's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1394.
- What is James Pacala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Pacala is (612) 333-0770.
- Does James Pacala accept Medicare?
- James Pacala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Pacala's NPI active?
- Yes — James Pacala's NPI (1689759599) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.