James Whaley, MD
NPI 1952831927 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Greenville, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Whaley, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Greenville, SC (NPI 1952831927).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952831927
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD476492 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
648 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 | 204 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 97 | $104 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 83 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 54 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 33 | $34 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 26 | $171 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 57 | 40 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 42 | 29 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 42 | 29 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 33 | 29 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 23 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 32 | 20 |
| Methocarbamol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$917 across 9 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 (1)
- 3471 5th Ave Ste 1011Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3221Phone: (412) 605-3264
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-06-13
- Last updated
- 2024-12-11
- Certified
- 2024-12-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Whaley's NPI number?
- James Whaley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952831927, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Whaley's specialty?
- James Whaley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Whaley located?
- James Whaley's practice location on file with NPPES is 35 International Dr, Greenville, SC 29615-4816.
- What is James Whaley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Whaley is (864) 234-7654.
- Does James Whaley accept Medicare?
- James Whaley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Whaley's NPI active?
- Yes — James Whaley's NPI (1952831927) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.