James Petit, MD
NPI 1720516560 · Dermatology Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Petit, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1720516560).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720516560
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 009071 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
5,634 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,417 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,265 | $84 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 740 | $48 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 601 | $82 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 343 | $103 |
| 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 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 433 | 234 |
| Ketoconazole | 231 | 130 |
| Hydrocortisone | 156 | 112 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 100 | 79 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 87 | 53 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 49 | — |
| Fluorouracil | 34 | 32 |
| Fluconazole | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,884 across 166 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
- 2017-05-24
- Last updated
- 2021-09-17
- Certified
- 2021-09-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Petit's NPI number?
- James Petit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720516560, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Petit's specialty?
- James Petit is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Petit located?
- James Petit's practice location on file with NPPES is 1004 Chafee Ave, Augusta, GA 30904.
- What is James Petit's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Petit is (706) 721-6321.
- Does James Petit accept Medicare?
- James Petit is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Petit's NPI active?
- Yes — James Petit's NPI (1720516560) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.