James Stands, M.D.
NPI 1710957766 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Stands, M.D. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1710957766).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710957766
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 084394 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
1,221 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 | 378 | $120 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 292 | $21 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 292 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $83 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 62 | $35 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 42 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 116 | 51 |
| Alprazolam | 62 | 12 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | 58 | 14 |
| Ibandronate Sodium | 53 | 18 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 40 | — |
| Clorazepate Dipotassium | 31 | — |
| Fluconazole | 31 | 25 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$102 across 5 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
- 2006-01-24
- Last updated
- 2020-11-11
- Certified
- 2020-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Stands's NPI number?
- James Stands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710957766, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Stands's specialty?
- James Stands is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Stands located?
- James Stands's practice location on file with NPPES is 2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 201, West Columbia, SC 29169-4837.
- What is James Stands's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Stands is (803) 254-1300.
- Does James Stands accept Medicare?
- James Stands is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Stands's NPI active?
- Yes — James Stands's NPI (1710957766) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.