Jacob Sams, MD
NPI 1730340498 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Mt. Zion, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jacob Sams, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Mt. Zion, IL (NPI 1730340498).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730340498
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036132006 (IL)
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
18 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
2,382 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 | 409 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 329 | $86 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 260 | $70 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 249 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 239 | $42 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 198 | $53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 301 | 159 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 231 | 162 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 196 | 138 |
| Cephalexin | 148 | 131 |
| Celecoxib | 144 | 95 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 115 | 110 |
| Dexamethasone | 109 | 101 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$904 across 4 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
- 2008-06-24
- Last updated
- 2022-02-23
- Certified
- 2022-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jacob Sams's NPI number?
- Jacob Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730340498, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jacob Sams's specialty?
- Jacob Sams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jacob Sams located?
- Jacob Sams's practice location on file with NPPES is 104 Ashland Ave., Mt. Zion, IL 62549.
- What is Jacob Sams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jacob Sams is (217) 864-2665.
- Does Jacob Sams accept Medicare?
- Jacob Sams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jacob Sams's NPI active?
- Yes — Jacob Sams's NPI (1730340498) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.