James Wheeler, MD
NPI 1861565350 · Internal Medicine Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Wheeler, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1861565350).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861565350
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 49085 (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
19 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
233 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 62 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 29 | $43 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 28 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 28 | $88 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 22 | $74 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 56 | 12 |
| Lisinopril | 36 | 11 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 35 | — |
| Chlorthalidone | 32 | 12 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 22 | — |
| Allopurinol | 22 | — |
| Furosemide | 17 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-15
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Wheeler's NPI number?
- James Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861565350, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Wheeler's specialty?
- James Wheeler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Wheeler located?
- James Wheeler's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1623.
- What is James Wheeler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Wheeler is (612) 873-3000.
- Does James Wheeler accept Medicare?
- James Wheeler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Wheeler's NPI active?
- Yes — James Wheeler's NPI (1861565350) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.