Christopher James, M.D.
NPI 1790190700 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Palm Harbor, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher James, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Palm Harbor, FL (NPI 1790190700).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790190700
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036150329 (IL)
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
11 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
2,252 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 | 495 | $125 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 326 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 248 | $88 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 221 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 169 | $44 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 341 | 179 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 223 | 129 |
| Meloxicam | 141 | 88 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 131 | 118 |
| Celecoxib | 95 | 74 |
| Prednisone | 82 | 80 |
| Cefadroxil | 28 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,010 across 18 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
- 2014-06-27
- Last updated
- 2020-08-18
- Certified
- 2020-08-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher James's NPI number?
- Christopher James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790190700, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher James's specialty?
- Christopher James is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher James located?
- Christopher James's practice location on file with NPPES is 37026 US Highway 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684-1109.
- What is Christopher James's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher James is (727) 201-1007.
- Does Christopher James accept Medicare?
- Christopher James is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher James's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher James's NPI (1790190700) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.