James Ellis, MD
NPI 1710975156 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Ellis, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1710975156).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710975156
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301058854 (MI)
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
450 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 179 | $88 |
| Nerve Conduction, 5-6 Studies95909 | 59 | $123 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 42 | $192 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 36 | $106 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 33 | $178 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 111 | 85 |
| Methylprednisolone | 67 | 60 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 42 | 20 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 38 | 29 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 24 | — |
| Gabapentin | 23 | 14 |
| Methocarbamol | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33 across 1 record (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
- 2005-10-10
- Last updated
- 2013-01-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Ellis's NPI number?
- James Ellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710975156, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Ellis's specialty?
- James Ellis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Ellis located?
- James Ellis's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 Leffingwell Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-6406.
- What is James Ellis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Ellis is (616) 459-7101.
- Does James Ellis accept Medicare?
- James Ellis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Ellis's NPI active?
- Yes — James Ellis's NPI (1710975156) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-01-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.