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GARLAND C JAMES PA
NPI 1255968434
Physician Assistant in Silver Spring, MD

Active since March 26, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309, SILVER SPRING, MD 20902(301) 681-7000(301) 681-1040 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 13, 2025, Mar 26, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Garland C James Pa NPPES

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

GARLAND C JAMES PA (NPI 1255968434) is an individual physician assistant in Silver Spring, Maryland, licensed in Texas (PA13495) and active in the NPI registry since March 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255968434
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameGARLAND C JAMESCredential: PA
Location Address10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309Silver Spring, MD 20902-5006
Mailing Address10313 Georgia Ave Ste 309Silver Spring, MD 20902-5006 · (301) 681-7000 · Fax (301) 681-1040
Phone(301) 681-7000
Fax(301) 681-1040
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateMay 13, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 13, 2025
✔ NPI 1255968434 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · PA13495
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309, Silver Spring, MD 20902
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

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

Garland C James Pa 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 ID4880049857
PECOS Enrollment IDI20241210000752
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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
203 services38 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.
82 services53 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
61 services43 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
51 services43 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.
42 services34 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103
A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
36 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20902 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
92%88 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

VIVIEN Y CHEN
Dermatology
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Montgomery County (301) 681-7000
ASHLEY DILORENZO M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Montgomery County (301) 681-7000
MICHELLE MARIE LEVENDER MD
Dermatology
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Montgomery County (308) 681-7000
OLUFOLAKEMI AWE MD, PHD
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
10313 GEORGIA AVE STE 309
SILVER SPRING, MD 20902
Montgomery County (888) 599-1771

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 Garland James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Garland James is 1255968434. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2020.

Where is Garland James located?

Garland James practices at 10313 Georgia Ave Ste 309, Silver Spring, MD 20902. The listed phone number is (301) 681-7000.

What is Garland James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Garland James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Garland 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.

What insurance does Garland James accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 1 other insurer list Garland James 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 Garland James was last updated on May 13, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months 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.