James Bennett, M.D.
NPI 1699741520 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Bennett, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1699741520).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699741520
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M2258 (TX)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
623 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 | 202 | $122 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 118 | $67 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 115 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 62 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 53 | $106 |
| 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 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 80 | 33 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 37 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 70 | 46 |
| Cephalexin | 60 | 50 |
| Methylprednisolone | 45 | 40 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 23 | 15 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,890 across 21 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 (1)
- 4690 Sweetwater Blvd Ste 240Sugar Land, TX 77479Phone: (281) 633-8600Fax: (281) 633-0883
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2022-01-31
- Certified
- 2021-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Bennett's NPI number?
- James Bennett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699741520, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Bennett's specialty?
- James Bennett is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Bennett located?
- James Bennett's practice location on file with NPPES is 7401 South Main St, Houston, TX 77030-4509.
- What is James Bennett's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Bennett is (713) 799-2300.
- Does James Bennett accept Medicare?
- James Bennett is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Bennett's NPI active?
- Yes — James Bennett's NPI (1699741520) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.