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DR. JAMES GATHERWRIGHT M.D.
NPI 1437474566
Surgery - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Cleveland, OH

Active since March 31, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2500 METROHEALTH DR, CLEVELAND, OH 44109(216) 778-7800 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jul 11, 2017, Apr 13, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. James Gatherwright M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES GATHERWRIGHT M.D. (NPI 1437474566) is an individual plastic and reconstructive surgery provider in Cleveland, Ohio, licensed in Ohio (35129219) and active in the NPI registry since March 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Akron General Medical Center, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437474566
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0122X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES GATHERWRIGHTCredential: M.D.
Location Address2500 METROHEALTH DRCleveland, OH 44109-1900
Mailing Address2500 Metrohealth DrCleveland, OH 44109-1900 · (216) 778-7800
Phone(216) 778-7800
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1437474566 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0122X
License✔ Licensed in OH · 35129219
Definition
A surgeon who specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
2500 METROHEALTH DR, Cleveland, OH 44109
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, Molina Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Gatherwright M.d. 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 ID1951604636
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170215000864
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show James Gatherwright reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

The Metrohealth System
0.1 mi
Multi-Specialty
2500 METROHEALTH DR
Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 2,147 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1053353896 (216) 957-2442
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
4.7 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
9500 EUCLID AVE
Cleveland, OH 44195
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 7,608 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1679525919 (216) 444-2200
University Hospitals Medical Group Inc
5.5 mi
Multi-Specialty
11100 EUCLID AVE
Cleveland, OH 44106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 3,958 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1669499414 (216) 844-1000
Parma Community General Hospital Association
5.9 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
7007 POWERS BLVD
Parma, OH 44129
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 53 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1164481677 (440) 743-3000
North East Ohio Group Practice LLC
9.5 mi
Internal Medicine
18697 BAGLEY RD
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 238 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063575462 (440) 542-5000
Partners Physician Group
23 mi
Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
4125 MEDINA RD
Akron, OH 44333
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 661 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1164814414 (330) 344-4287
Community Hospitalist, LLC
28 mi
Hospitalist
3700 KOLBE RD
Lorain, OH 44053
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 325 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538236872 (440) 960-4000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 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.
24 services19 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Akron General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Akron, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360027
Location1 Akron General AvenueAkron, OH 44307 · Summit County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

AMIR RAZAVI MD
Internal Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
WILLIAM STEPHEN BARNES II DMD
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
CATHERINE V. DABRAMO MD
Emergency Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
RHONDA KOCINSKI CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
DR. VANESSA PHILLIS HO MD
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
DR. JOI S. COPELAND DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-4725
DR. FRANK KENNER PH.D.
Psychologist (Rehabilitation)
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800
DR. KRUPA PARIKH MD
Internal Medicine
2500 METROHEALTH DR
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Cuyahoga County (216) 778-7800

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 Gatherwright's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Gatherwright is 1437474566. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2010.

Where is James Gatherwright located?

James Gatherwright practices at 2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109. The listed phone number is (216) 778-7800.

What is James Gatherwright's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0122X.

Is James Gatherwright enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Gatherwright 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Gatherwright's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Gatherwright reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: The Metrohealth System (Cleveland, OH), The Cleveland Clinic Foundation (Cleveland, OH), University Hospitals Medical Group Inc (Cleveland, OH), Parma Community General Hospital Association (Parma, OH), North East Ohio Group Practice LLC (Middleburg Heights, OH) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Gatherwright's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Gatherwright accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Corporation of Ohio list James Gatherwright 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 Gatherwright affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Gatherwright is affiliated with Akron General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Gatherwright was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.