James Wells, MD
NPI 1790980845 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Johnson City, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Wells, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Johnson City, TN (NPI 1790980845).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790980845
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD0000043130 (TN)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
513 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 143 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 119 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 72 | $30 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 62 | $64 |
| Prosthetic Repair of Shoulder Joint, Total Shoulder23472 | 22 | $1,300 |
| Mri Scan of Arm Joint Without Contrast73221 | 20 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 100 | 28 |
| Meloxicam | 37 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 30 | 26 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 23 |
| Amoxicillin | 16 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 16 | 16 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$170 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 340 Steeles RdBristol, TN 37620Phone: (423) 282-9011Fax: (423) 282-0035
- 875 Larry Neil WayKingsport, TN 37660-6368Phone: (423) 282-9011
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-19
- Last updated
- 2025-02-14
- Certified
- 2025-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Wells's NPI number?
- James Wells's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790980845, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Wells's specialty?
- James Wells is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Wells located?
- James Wells's practice location on file with NPPES is 2410 Susannah Street, Johnson City, TN 37601-1765.
- What is James Wells's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Wells is (423) 282-9011.
- Does James Wells accept Medicare?
- James Wells is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Wells's NPI active?
- Yes — James Wells's NPI (1790980845) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.