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JAMES LEE BALLENTINE JR. CRNA
NPI 1235157686
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Omaha, NE

Active since July 17, 2006Accepts Medicare Assignment
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA, OMAHA, NE 68114(402) 391-4855(402) 391-6818 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About James Lee Ballentine Jr. Crna NPPES

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

JAMES LEE BALLENTINE JR. CRNA (NPI 1235157686) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Omaha, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (100951) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is affiliated with The Nebraska Methodist Hospital and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235157686
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES LEE BALLENTINE JR.Credential: CRNA
Location Address7801 WAKELEY PLAZAOmaha, NE 68114-3651
Mailing Address7801 Wakeley PlazaOmaha, NE 68114-3651 · (402) 391-4855 · Fax (402) 391-6818
Fax(402) 391-6818
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 17, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJune 15, 2026
NPI 1235157686 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License Licensed in NE · 100951
Definition
(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA, Omaha, NE 68114

Other Identifiers 2

Other280299Medicare
OtherP00321370Rr Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

James Lee Ballentine Jr. Crna 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 ID6901809805
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060815000214

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
44 services44 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
38 services36 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
21 services21 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840
Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300
Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.
11 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on neck area (1 year or older) 00320
Anesthesia for a procedure on the neck area is a medical service provided to ensure you remain comfortable and pain-free during the operation. It involves administering medication to numb the neck region or to induce sleep. The method chosen depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The Nebraska Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number280040
Location8303 Dodge StOmaha, NE 68114 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68114 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
$121.35 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $30.33 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.00 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
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.

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.

Anesthesiology
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Anesthesiology
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Anesthesiology
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
7801 WAKELEY PLAZA
OMAHA, NE 68114

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 Ballentine's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ballentine is 1235157686. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 17, 2006.

Where is James Ballentine located?

James Ballentine practices at 7801 Wakeley Plaza, Omaha, NE 68114. The listed phone number is (402) 391-4855.

What is James Ballentine's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

Is James Ballentine enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Ballentine 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.

What insurance does James Ballentine accept?

Health plans from Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list James Ballentine 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 Ballentine affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Ballentine is affiliated with The Nebraska Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ballentine was last updated on June 15, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 55 days 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.