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LINDA K JAMES M.D.
NPI 1013959915
Surgery in Fort Bragg, CA

Active since June 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.79/100
CMS Quality Rating
721 RIVER DR, SUITE B, FORT BRAGG, CA 95437(707) 961-4631(707) 961-1192 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 9, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Linda K James M.d. NPPES

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

LINDA K JAMES M.D. (NPI 1013959915) is an individual surgery provider in Fort Bragg, California, licensed in California (G84834) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013959915
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameLINDA K JAMESCredential: M.D.
Location Address721 RIVER DR, SUITE BFort Bragg, CA 95437-5402
Mailing Address700 River DrFort Bragg, CA 95437-5403 · (707) 961-1234 · Fax (707) 961-4786
Phone(707) 961-4631
Fax(707) 961-1192
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 9, 2020
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 9, 2020
✔ NPI 1013959915 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G84834
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
721 RIVER DR, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Linda K James M.d. 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 ID2567483985
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051213000888
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
124 services123 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
50 services49 patients
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
18 services18 patients
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378
This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.
16 services16 patients
Repair of groin hernia (5 years or older) 49505
Repair of a groin hernia is a procedure aimed at fixing an abnormal bulge that can occur in the area between your abdomen and thigh. This condition happens when tissue pushes through a weak spot in your lower abdominal wall. The repair procedure returns this tissue back to its proper place.
15 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95437 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
$90.32 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $22.58 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

73.79/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.87
Promoting Interoperability92
Improvement Activities40
Cost36.93

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

ADVENTIST HEALTH PHYSICIANS NETWORK
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
721 RIVER DR, SUITE C
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 463-8000
JOHN GALLO MD
Family Medicine
721 RIVER DR, SUITE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 961-4631
DR. JACK LINN BELLAH MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
721 RIVER DR, SUITE B
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 964-6910
KEITH F. KORVER, M.D., INC.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
721 RIVER DR, STE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 573-6166
JOHN ERNEST COTTLE JR. D.O.
Family Medicine
721 RIVER DR, SUITE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 961-4631
MENDOCINO MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, INC
Internal Medicine
721 RIVER DR, SUITE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 964-7241
CAROLINE WELLS PA-C
Physician Assistant
721 RIVER DR, SUITE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 961-4631
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MEDICAL ASSOC INC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
721 RIVER DR, STE A
FORT BRAGG, CA 95437
Mendocino County (707) 573-6166

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 Linda James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda James is 1013959915. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2006.

Where is Linda James located?

Linda James practices at 721 River Dr Suite B, Fort Bragg, CA 95437. The listed phone number is (707) 961-4631.

What is Linda James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Linda James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda James 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Linda James was last updated on September 9, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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.