James Elton, M. D.
NPI 1972529410 · Anesthesiology Physician · Salem, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Elton, M. D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Salem, VA (NPI 1972529410).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972529410
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101058591 (VA)
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
331 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 110 | $66 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 83 | $72 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 44 | $85 |
| Insertion of Artery Tube for Blood Sampling Or Infusion Through Skin36620 | 28 | $42 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Thigh Nerve (femoral Nerve)64447 | 22 | $60 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure for Total Knee Joint Replacement01402 | 19 | $150 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-15
- Last updated
- 2008-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Elton's NPI number?
- James Elton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972529410, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Elton's specialty?
- James Elton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Elton located?
- James Elton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1900 Electric Rd, Salem, VA 24153-7474.
- What is James Elton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Elton is (540) 772-7200.
- Does James Elton accept Medicare?
- James Elton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Elton's NPI active?
- Yes — James Elton's NPI (1972529410) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.