James Udell, MD
NPI 1770520827 · Rheumatology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Udell, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1770520827).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770520827
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD026933E (PA)
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
2,137 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 | 801 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 407 | $95 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 241 | $137 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 173 | $29 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 171 | $88 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 606 | 192 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 401 | 113 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 313 | 84 |
| Gabapentin | 138 | 36 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 126 | 30 |
| Allopurinol | 87 | 24 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 60 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,734 across 77 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
- 2006-05-31
- Last updated
- 2010-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Udell's NPI number?
- James Udell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770520827, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Udell's specialty?
- James Udell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Udell located?
- James Udell's practice location on file with NPPES is 7908 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152-3330.
- What is James Udell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Udell is (215) 725-7400.
- Does James Udell accept Medicare?
- James Udell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Udell's NPI active?
- Yes — James Udell's NPI (1770520827) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.