JAMES TELLIS FRENCHER MD, PHD
NPI 1386039758
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Ann Arbor, MI

Active since April 02, 2015PECOS Enrolled
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR, ANN ARBOR, MI 48109(734) 936-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 17, 2025, May 16, 2024, Jan 23, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

About James Tellis Frencher Md, Phd NPPES

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

JAMES TELLIS FRENCHER MD, PHD (NPI 1386039758) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301502049) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386039758
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameJAMES TELLIS FRENCHERCredential: MD, PHD
Location Address1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DRAnn Arbor, MI 48109-5000
Mailing Address3621 S State StAnn Arbor, MI 48108-1633 · (734) 647-5299
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 17, 2025
NPI 1386039758 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses Licensed in MI · 4301502049 Licensed in AR · E-14076 Licensed in HI · MD-22249 Licensed in AZ · 64808
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11145 Griswold St Unit 1106Detroit, MI 48226-1928 · Phone (858) 546-3800 · Fax (858) 546-3900
Location 24301 W Markham St # 556Little Rock, AR 72205-7101 · Phone (501) 296-1095 · Fax (501) 526-5919

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 (PECOS)

James Tellis Frencher Md, Phd is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8022449941
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200509000114, I20200707002952, I20211217001776, I20230321002297, I20230420001315, I20240304003707
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 9

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.

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
116 services115 patients
X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
104 services100 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
43 services43 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
39 services39 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast 71275
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays and a special dye to get detailed images of your blood vessels in the chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to heart and lungs.
30 services30 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph

Acute Care Hospitals · St Joseph, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230021
Location1234 Napier AvenueSt Joseph, MI 49085 · Berrien County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Spectrum Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Grand Rapids, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230038
Location100 Michigan St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503 · Kent County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Michigan Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Ann Arbor, MI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230046
Location1500 E Medical Center Drive, Spc 5474Ann Arbor, MI 48109 · Washtenaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48109 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
$90.76 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.69 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.38 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $18.09 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
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.

Pathology (Forensic Pathology)
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR, 2ND FLOOR UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RECP PATHOLOGY
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Pathology (Cytopathology)
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Pediatrics
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR, 12TH FLOOR C.S. MOTT CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL ROOM 525
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Physician Assistant
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109
Family Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1500 E MEDICAL CENTER DR
ANN ARBOR, MI 48109

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 Frencher's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Frencher is 1386039758. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2015.

Where is James Frencher located?

James Frencher practices at 1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. The listed phone number is (734) 936-4000.

What is James Frencher's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is James Frencher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Frencher is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does James Frencher accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 5 other insurers list James Frencher 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 Frencher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Frencher is affiliated with Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph, Spectrum Health and University Of Michigan Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Frencher was last updated on September 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.