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JOHN CHRISTOPHER JAMES MD
NPI 1023233368
Surgery in Parker, CO

Active since April 13, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
54.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, STE 220, PARKER, CO 80138(303) 805-1855(303) 805-4421 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About John Christopher James Md NPPES

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

JOHN CHRISTOPHER JAMES MD (NPI 1023233368) is an individual surgery provider in Parker, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (52220) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023233368
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN CHRISTOPHER JAMESCredential: MD
Location Address9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, STE 220Parker, CO 80138-8506
Mailing Address9399 Crown Crest Blvd, Ste 220Parker, CO 80138-8506 · (303) 805-1855 · Fax (303) 805-4421
Phone(303) 805-1855
Fax(303) 805-4421
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 3, 2013
✔ NPI 1023233368 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · 52220
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.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, Parker, CO 80138
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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

John Christopher James 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 ID7810130226
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130904000951
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show John James reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Chris B Winter MD PC
Same address
Surgery
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 220
Parker, CO 80138
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821181876 (303) 805-1855
Colorado Surgical And Critical Care Associates PLLC
10 mi
Surgery
1501 S POTOMAC ST
Aurora, CO 80012
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 36 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295846426 (303) 337-0559

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

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.

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
98 services28 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
97 services64 patients
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11043
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a specified area (20.0 sq cm or less) of muscle and/or tissue. It's typically done to treat conditions like tumors, infections, or injuries. Local or general anesthesia ensures comfort. Recovery time varies.
95 services29 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
88 services29 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
40 services23 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.
35 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80138 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

54.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality39.65
Improvement Activities40
Cost52.68

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
13%55 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
96%339 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
93%218 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
42%288 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
23%255 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 22% · 200 patients
14%143 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
90%288 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
7%288 patients1/55-star benchmark: 89%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 166 patients
0%166 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
48%288 patients
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each A6021
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers17 claims238 services$20.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in., but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6223
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier13 claims172 services$2.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

PORTERCARE ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM
Pediatrics
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 200
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (303) 269-4410
NEUROSURGICAL & SPINE TRAUMA ASSOCIATES, PC
Neurological Surgery
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 240
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (303) 996-7555
PORTERCARE ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM
Otolaryngology
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 401
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (720) 274-2544
KAITLYN FLYNN PT, DPT, SCS
Physical Therapist (Sports)
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 300
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (720) 777-6710
MOUCHANTAT PLASTIC SURGERY PC
Plastic Surgery
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (303) 232-8585
OPTIMA WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE, PLLC
Obstetrics & Gynecology
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 450
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (303) 805-1807
SABINA M SCOTT AUD
Audiologist
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, SUITE 401
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (720) 274-2544
BENJAMIN MICHAEL MILAM M.D.
Otolaryngology
9399 CROWN CREST BLVD, STE 401
PARKER, CO 80138
Douglas County (720) 274-2544

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 John James's NPI number?

The NPI number for John James is 1023233368. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2007.

Where is John James located?

John James practices at 9399 Crown Crest Blvd Ste 220, Parker, CO 80138. The listed phone number is (303) 805-1855.

What is John James's specialty?

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

Is John James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for John James's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John James reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Chris B Winter MD PC (Parker, CO) and Colorado Surgical And Critical Care Associates PLLC (Aurora, CO). 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 John James's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John James was last updated on July 3, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.