James Van Hulle, M.D.
NPI 1881088029 · Ophthalmology Physician · Akron, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Van Hulle, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Akron, OH (NPI 1881088029).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881088029
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 81784 (SC)
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
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
3,521 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 1,019 | $22 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 755 | $118 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 256 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 206 | $85 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 202 | $37 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 174 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 584 | 174 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 400 | 243 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 285 | 157 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 116 | 27 |
| Timolol Maleate | 86 | 28 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 85 | 23 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 63 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$771 across 33 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
- 2015-03-25
- Last updated
- 2019-04-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Van Hulle's NPI number?
- James Van Hulle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881088029, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Van Hulle's specialty?
- James Van Hulle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Van Hulle located?
- James Van Hulle's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Arch St Ste 1b, Akron, OH 44304-1436.
- What is James Van Hulle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Van Hulle is (330) 375-3315.
- Does James Van Hulle accept Medicare?
- James Van Hulle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Van Hulle's NPI active?
- Yes — James Van Hulle's NPI (1881088029) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.