James Schafer, MD
NPI 1972501765 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Lansing, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Schafer, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Lansing, MI (NPI 1972501765).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972501765
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301062766 (MI)
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
20 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
1,481 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 354 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $120 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 149 | $65 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 140 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 113 | $92 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 1,309 | 485 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 912 | 325 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 651 | 237 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 628 | 198 |
| Losartan Potassium | 587 | 201 |
| Carvedilol | 531 | 185 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-14
- Last updated
- 2011-08-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Schafer's NPI number?
- James Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972501765, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Schafer's specialty?
- James Schafer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Schafer located?
- James Schafer's practice location on file with NPPES is 405 W Greenlawn Ave, Lansing, MI 48910-2898.
- What is James Schafer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Schafer is (517) 483-7550.
- Does James Schafer accept Medicare?
- James Schafer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Schafer's NPI active?
- Yes — James Schafer's NPI (1972501765) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.