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DR. JAMES G ARMSTRONG DO
NPI 1386642742
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Garden City, MI

Active since July 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5755 INKSTER RD, GARDEN CITY, MI 48135(734) 427-6590(734) 427-6846 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. James G Armstrong Do NPPES

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

DR. JAMES G ARMSTRONG DO (NPI 1386642742) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Garden City, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5101007534) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1386642742
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES G ARMSTRONGCredential: DO
Location Address5755 INKSTER RDGarden City, MI 48135-2960
Mailing Address5755 Inkster RdGarden City, MI 48135-2960 · (734) 427-6590 · Fax (734) 427-6846
Phone(734) 427-6590
Fax(734) 427-6846
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 2009
✔ NPI 1386642742 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 5101007534
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
5755 INKSTER RD, Garden City, MI 48135
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINE26012MI
Other3358222744MI · Bcbs Bcn
Medicare PIN0P19330001MI
Medicaid1814766MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community 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

Dr. James G Armstrong Do 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 ID8426084021
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050714000908
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 11

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.

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes 99153
This service involves a physician administering medication to lower your consciousness during a procedure. It's done for your comfort and safety. The drug's effects last about 15 minutes, so additional doses may be given as needed.
270 services51 patients
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
92 services52 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
91 services52 patients
Ultrasound evaluation of blood vessel with review by radiologist, each additional vessel 37253
An ultrasound evaluation of a blood vessel is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your blood vessels. A radiologist reviews these images to check for any abnormalities. If additional vessels need reviewing, the process is repeated.
85 services39 patients
Ultrasound evaluation of blood vessel with review by radiologist, initial vessel 37252
This procedure involves using ultrasound, a safe imaging technique, to examine your blood vessels. The images are then reviewed by a radiologist, a doctor specialized in medical imaging. The process helps identify any abnormalities in your initial vessel.
81 services44 patients
Review by radiologist of abdominal aorta image 75625
This is a procedure where a radiologist, a doctor specialized in medical imaging, examines an image of your abdominal aorta. The abdominal aorta is the large blood vessel that carries blood to your lower body. The radiologist checks for any abnormalities to ensure your overall vascular health.
72 services49 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48135 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
$177.36 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $44.34 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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

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

JAMES G ARMSTRONG DO PC
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
5755 INKSTER RD
GARDEN CITY, MI 48135
Wayne County (734) 427-6590

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 Armstrong's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Armstrong is 1386642742. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2005.

Where is James Armstrong located?

James Armstrong practices at 5755 Inkster Rd, Garden City, MI 48135. The listed phone number is (734) 427-6590.

What is James Armstrong's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is James Armstrong enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Armstrong 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 Armstrong accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and Priority Health list James Armstrong 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 Armstrong was last updated on April 29, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.