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DR. JAMES KIP MATTHEWS PH.D.
NPI 1245278191
Psychologist - Counseling in Athens, GA

Active since June 03, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Jul 27, 2027
191 E BROAD ST, SUITE 314, ATHENS, GA 30601(706) 613-5290(706) 613-5291 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. James Kip Matthews Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES KIP MATTHEWS PH.D. (NPI 1245278191) is an individual counseling provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (PSY002290) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He has opted out of Medicare through July 27, 2027.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245278191
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy103TC1900X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES KIP MATTHEWSCredential: PH.D.
Location Address191 E BROAD ST, SUITE 314Athens, GA 30601-2847
Mailing Address191 E Broad St, Suite 314Athens, GA 30601-2847 · (706) 613-5290 · Fax (706) 613-5291
Fax(706) 613-5291
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1245278191 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychologist · CounselingBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103TC1900X
License Licensed in GA · PSY002290
Definition

A psychologist who specializes in general practice and health service. It focuses on how people function both personally and in their relationships at all ages. Counseling psychology addresses the emotional, social, work, school and physical health concerns people may have at different stages in their lives, focusing on typical life stresses and more severe issues with which people may struggle as individuals and as a part of families, groups and organizations. Counseling psychologists help people with physical, emotional and mental health issues improve their sense of well-being, alleviate feelings of distress and resolve crises. They also provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of more severe psychological symptoms.

191 E BROAD ST, Athens, GA 30601

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Opted out of Medicare

Dr. James Kip Matthews Ph.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from July 27, 2021 through July 27, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateJuly 27, 2021
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJuly 27, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
191 E BROAD ST, SUITE 221
ATHENS, GA 30601
Psychologist (Counseling)
191 E BROAD ST, SUITE 314
ATHENS, GA 30601
Psychologist (Counseling)
191 E BROAD ST, SUITE 314
ATHENS, GA 30601

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 Matthews's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Matthews is 1245278191. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is James Matthews located?

James Matthews practices at 191 E Broad St Suite 314, Athens, GA 30601. The listed phone number is (706) 613-5290.

What is James Matthews's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist, specializing in Counseling, with taxonomy code 103TC1900X.

Is James Matthews enrolled in Medicare?

No. James Matthews has opted out of Medicare through July 27, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out.

What insurance does James Matthews accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list James Matthews 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Matthews was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.