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MR. JAMES R SCHMID EMPA-C, MPAS
NPI 1437160496
Physician Assistant in Anchorage, AK

Active since August 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
4320 DIPLOMACY DR, ANCHORAGE, AK 99508(907) 729-3300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 14, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 19, 2020, Dec 27, 2018, Dec 12, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mr. James R Schmid Empa-c, Mpas NPPES

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

MR. JAMES R SCHMID EMPA-C, MPAS (NPI 1437160496) is an individual physician assistant in Anchorage, Alaska, licensed in Alaska (213190) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437160496
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. JAMES R SCHMIDCredential: EMPA-C, MPAS
Location Address4320 DIPLOMACY DRAnchorage, AK 99508-5925
Mailing Address7033 E Tudor RdAnchorage, AK 99507-1262 · (907) 729-8901 · Fax (907) 729-6353
Phone(907) 729-3300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 14, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 14, 2024
✔ NPI 1437160496 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AK · 213190✔ Licensed in CO · PA.0005624
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.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License PA05096 (TX)
4320 DIPLOMACY DR, Anchorage, AK 99508
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14323 Integrity Center PtColorado Springs, CO 80917-1683 · Phone (719) 591-2558
Location 23851 Roger Brooke DrFort Sam Houston, TX 78234-4501 · Phone (210) 916-1607 · Fax (210) 916-2265

Other Identifiers 2

Other1044560Nccpa
OtherPA05096TX · Texas Medical Board

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, UnitedHealthcare.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

Mr. James R Schmid Empa-c, Mpas 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 ID3072611300
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070608000514, I20190117000798
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 2

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.

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.
36 services36 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99508 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
$111.57 typical visit price
range $71.33 – $222.64
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $17.83 – $55.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$90.40 typical visit price
range $21.84 – $181.48
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $5.46 – $45.37)
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.

97.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.53
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

EDWARD WASHINGTON II
Counselor (Mental Health)
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-0000
HEIDI GORDON CRS
Community Health Worker
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-3300
KRISTINA BALLINGER COHEN PHARMD
Pharmacist
4320 DIPLOMACY DR, ANMC PRIMARY CARE CENTER PHARMACY
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-8874
SHANNON CHASE CHAP
Community Health Worker
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-4955
MARY RENEE SPATAFORE PHARMD, RPH
Pharmacist
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-2159
RYAN T. MCWILLIAMS MD
Family Medicine
4320 DIPLOMACY DR, SUITE 1191
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-6321
SOUTHCENTRAL FOUNDATION
General Acute Care Hospital
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-3300
SUSANNA PETRIE RN
Registered Nurse
4320 DIPLOMACY DR
ANCHORAGE, AK 99508
Anchorage Municipality (907) 729-3316

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 Schmid's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Schmid is 1437160496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2006.

Where is James Schmid located?

James Schmid practices at 4320 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508. The listed phone number is (907) 729-3300.

What is James Schmid's specialty?

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

Is James Schmid enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Schmid 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 Schmid accept?

Health plans from Medica, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and UnitedHealthcare list James Schmid 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 Schmid was last updated on February 14, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.