James Hougas, M.D.
NPI 1780812651 · Family Medicine Physician · Saint Paul, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Hougas, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Saint Paul, MN (NPI 1780812651).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780812651
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 62244 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
244 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 57 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $124 |
| 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 | 36 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 31 | $9 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 22 | $77 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 41 | 12 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 40 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 34 | 13 |
| Lisinopril | 25 | 13 |
| Losartan Potassium | 21 | — |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 20 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-30
- Last updated
- 2019-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Hougas's NPI number?
- James Hougas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780812651, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Hougas's specialty?
- James Hougas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Hougas located?
- James Hougas's practice location on file with NPPES is Ump Phalen Village Clinic, Saint Paul, MN 55106.
- What is James Hougas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Hougas is (651) 772-3461.
- Does James Hougas accept Medicare?
- James Hougas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Hougas's NPI active?
- Yes — James Hougas's NPI (1780812651) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.