James Harms, M.D.
NPI 1831416114 · Nephrology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Harms, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1831416114).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831416114
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31520 (AL)
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
16 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
1,464 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 442 | $72 |
| 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 | 237 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 222 | $86 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 128 | $313 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 103 | $119 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 435 | 85 |
| Losartan Potassium | 205 | 70 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 75 | 30 |
| Lisinopril | 74 | 16 |
| Spironolactone | 68 | 27 |
| Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide | 62 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$220 across 12 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
- 2010-04-27
- Last updated
- 2025-02-26
- Certified
- 2025-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Harms's NPI number?
- James Harms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831416114, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Harms's specialty?
- James Harms is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Harms located?
- James Harms's practice location on file with NPPES is 817 Princeton Avenue Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211-1348.
- What is James Harms's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Harms is (205) 226-5900.
- Does James Harms accept Medicare?
- James Harms is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Harms's NPI active?
- Yes — James Harms's NPI (1831416114) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.