James Dowd, MD
NPI 1750482162 · Rheumatology Physician · Brighton, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Dowd, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Brighton, MI (NPI 1750482162).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1750482162
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- JD066359 (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
19 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
1,784 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 534 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 509 | $119 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 400 | $115 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 136 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 107 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 567 | 151 |
| Prednisone | 301 | 98 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 235 | 66 |
| Allopurinol | 223 | 67 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 159 | 49 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 141 | 15 |
| Leflunomide | 140 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$131 across 6 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
- 2006-09-26
- Last updated
- 2024-01-25
- Certified
- 2024-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Dowd's NPI number?
- James Dowd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750482162, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Dowd's specialty?
- James Dowd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Dowd located?
- James Dowd's practice location on file with NPPES is 10484 Citation Dr, Brighton, MI 48116-6565.
- What is James Dowd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Dowd is (810) 225-7553.
- Does James Dowd accept Medicare?
- James Dowd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Dowd's NPI active?
- Yes — James Dowd's NPI (1750482162) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.