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DR. JAMES PAOLO PURTELL MD
NPI 1003377862
Internal Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI

Active since March 26, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
805 JOHN ST, KALAMAZOO, MI 49001(269) 286-7170(269) 286-7171 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Mar 13, 2025, Jun 2, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. James Paolo Purtell Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JAMES PAOLO PURTELL MD (NPI 1003377862) is an individual internal medicine provider in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301506349) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003377862
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES PAOLO PURTELLCredential: MD
Location Address805 JOHN STKalamazoo, MI 49001-2854
Mailing Address805 John StKalamazoo, MI 49001-2854 · (269) 286-7170 · Fax (269) 286-7171
Phone(269) 286-7170
Fax(269) 286-7171
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1003377862 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301506349
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyTaxonomy 207RH0003X · License 4301506349 (MI)
805 JOHN ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Paolo Purtell Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4587996921
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220712000869
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show James Purtell reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Bronson Methodist Hospital
0.1 mi
Hospitalist
601 JOHN STREET
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 1,133 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1417961137 (269) 341-7654
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
21 mi
Internal Medicine
300 NORTH AVE
Battle Creek, MI 49017
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 557 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1093119638 (269) 245-8000
Iha Health Services Corporation
69 mi
Family Medicine
212 S MAIN ST STE A
Brooklyn, MI 49230
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 1,480 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790343374 (517) 592-8033

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230017
Location601 John StreetKalamazoo, MI 49007 · Kalamazoo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Howell, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230069
Location620 Byron RdHowell, MI 48843 · Livingston County
Emergency services

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ann Arbor, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number230156
Location5301 E Huron River DrAnn Arbor, MI 48106 · Washtenaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49001 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MS. CYNTHIA MURRAY LCGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
NIVEDITHA SHIVAKUMAR MUDEGOWDRA
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
MRS. LORA E. KRONE PA
Physician Assistant
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
KATHERINE ANNE UTTAL MGCS, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7195
JILL DUNHAM NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
MEGAN DIETRICH
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
NATASHA DHAWAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7170
KIMBERLEE RAE TURNER LMSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
805 JOHN ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
Kalamazoo County (269) 286-7196

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Purtell's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Purtell is 1003377862. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2019.

Where is James Purtell located?

James Purtell practices at 805 John St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001. The listed phone number is (269) 286-7170.

What is James Purtell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Purtell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Purtell is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Purtell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Purtell reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Bronson Methodist Hospital (Kalamazoo, MI), Bronson Battle Creek Hospital (Battle Creek, MI) and Iha Health Services Corporation (Brooklyn, MI). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Purtell's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Purtell accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list James Purtell as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is James Purtell affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Purtell is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Saint Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital and Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Purtell was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.