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DR. JAMES ZUCHERMAN M.D.
NPI 1194887760
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in San Francisco, CA

Active since December 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 SHRADER ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117(415) 750-5835(415) 750-8103 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 29, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James Zucherman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES ZUCHERMAN M.D. (NPI 1194887760) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (C36687) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (1974).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194887760
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES ZUCHERMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 SHRADER STSan Francisco, CA 94117-1016
Mailing Address1 Shrader StSan Francisco, CA 94117-1016 · (415) 750-5835 · Fax (415) 750-8103
Phone(415) 750-5835
Fax(415) 750-8103
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 1974
Enumeration DateDecember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 29, 2008
✔ NPI 1194887760 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
License✔ Licensed in CA · C36687
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
1 SHRADER ST, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PINZZZ48419ZCA
Medicaid00C366870CA
Medicare UPINA36338CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Zucherman 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 ID4082644075
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081209000721
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 10

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.

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.
104 services65 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
84 services80 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.
73 services66 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
28 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
22 services17 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.
16 services16 patients

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.

78.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.31
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost45.47

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.

MR. PETER ANTHONY SOLAN OTC
1 SHRADER ST, SUITE 650
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 221-0665
DR. KENNETH MILLS M.D.
Internal Medicine
1 SHRADER ST, SUITE 640
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 752-0100
SHEELA THAKOR PATEL MD
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
1 SHRADER ST, STE 600
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 750-5797
SF SPINE GROUP, PC
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
1 SHRADER ST, STE 450
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 750-5847
DR. EDDIE TANG M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
1 SHRADER ST, SUITE 600
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 387-9992
DR. CARL E BRICCA D.O.
Internal Medicine
1 SHRADER ST, SUITE 640
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 752-0100
SERGIO R BELLO MEDICAL CORPORATION
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1 SHRADER ST, 600
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 392-1386
DR. JOSEPH F HAGGERTY M.D.
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine
1 SHRADER ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
San Francisco County (415) 221-0665

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 Zucherman's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Zucherman is 1194887760. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 13, 2006.

Where is James Zucherman located?

James Zucherman practices at 1 Shrader St, San Francisco, CA 94117. The listed phone number is (415) 750-5835.

What is James Zucherman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is James Zucherman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Zucherman 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 James Zucherman was last updated on May 29, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.