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JAMES L LODAHL M.D.
NPI 1457302358
Anesthesiology in Eau Claire, WI

Active since May 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1221 WHIPPLE ST, EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703(715) 838-5222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2026, Nov 25, 2025, Aug 12, 2024 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2020).

About James L Lodahl M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES L LODAHL M.D. (NPI 1457302358) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (47390) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457302358
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES L LODAHLCredential: M.D.
Location Address1221 WHIPPLE STEau Claire, WI 54703-5270
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-6130 · (715) 838-5222 · Fax (715) 834-3087
Phone(715) 838-5222
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1457302358 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 47390✔ Licensed in IA · MD-55576
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1221 WHIPPLE ST, Eau Claire, WI 54703
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12727 Plaza DrWausau, WI 54401-4192 · Phone (715) 847-3166
Location 22107 Heights DrEau Claire, WI 54701-6130 · Phone (715) 834-8721 · Fax (715) 834-3087

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Sanford Health Plan, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc..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

James L Lodahl 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 ID2163515966
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070911000114, I20251031000234
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

9

Medicare enrollment records show James Lodahl reassigns Medicare billing to 9 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Mchs Hospitals Inc
1.3 mi
Clinic/Center
2310 CRAIG RD
Eau Claire, WI 54701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1952890873 (Wisconsin)
  • 2,476 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1316416035 (715) 858-8100
Chippewa Valley Anesthesia Associates, S.C.
2.9 mi
Anesthesiology
1000 OAKLEAF WAY
Altoona, WI 54720
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 32 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336751023 (800) 635-6197
Lakeview Medical Center Inc Of Rice Lake
36 mi
Clinic/Center
806 2ND ST
Chetek, WI 54728
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 1,616 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1659008605 (715) 924-2000
Memorial Hospital Inc
47 mi
Clinic/Center
N3708 RIVER AVE
Neillsville, WI 54456
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1346239373 (Wisconsin)
  • 1,440 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033701800 (715) 743-3101
Marshfield Clinic Inc
66 mi
Clinic/Center
1000 N OAK AVE
Marshfield, WI 54449
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 2,540 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952347981 (715) 387-5511
Flambeau Hospital Inc
93 mi
Clinic/Center
98 SHERRY AVE
Park Falls, WI 54552
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1700963048 (Wisconsin)
  • 1,351 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194317966 (715) 762-2484
Aspirus Rhinelander & Tomahawk Hospitals & Clinics, Inc.
98 mi
Clinic/Center
824 ILLINOIS AVE
Stevens Point, WI 54481
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 935 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144991340 (715) 342-7725
Beaver Dam Community Hosptials Inc
160 mi
Family Medicine
1580 W JAMES ST
Columbus, WI 53925
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Beaver Dam Community Hospitals Inc.
  • 1,447 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275833659 (920) 350-0235
Cep America - Anesthesia PC
246 mi
Anesthesiology
1111 6TH AVE
Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 209 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023809076 (515) 247-3121

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 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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
88 services80 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
53 services53 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
41 services41 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
26 services25 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope 01400
Anesthesia for a knee joint procedure or exam using an endoscope involves administering medication to numb the area or put you in a sleep-like state. This ensures you don't feel pain during the procedure. The endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, allows the doctor to view the knee joint internally without making large incisions.
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on eyelid 00103
Anesthesia for an eyelid procedure helps ensure comfort and painlessness during the operation. It's typically a local anesthetic, applied to numb your eyelid and surrounding area. You'll likely be awake but won't feel any discomfort. It's a safe, routine part of many eye procedures.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160083
Location1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rhinelander, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520019
Location2251 North Shore DrRhinelander, WI 54501 · Oneida County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshfield Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marshfield, WI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number520037
Location611 St Joseph AveMarshfield, WI 54449 · Wood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Oakleaf Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Altoona, WI
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number520196
Location1000 Oakleaf WayAltoona, WI 54720 · Eau Claire County

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.

KATHY L MCNALLY CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311
KIMBERLY S MERTENS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311
JEAN J JASIENSKI CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-5222
MRS. KAITLYN ANNE BODETTE APNP
Nurse Practitioner
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311
MICHAEL Q MILZ M.D.
Anesthesiology
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311
SHELBY ANN MANOR OT
Occupational Therapist
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-5222
ANDREA J ANDERSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311
ERIC D ETZEL D.O.
Anesthesiology
1221 WHIPPLE ST
EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Eau Claire County (715) 838-3311

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 Lodahl's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Lodahl is 1457302358. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2006.

Where is James Lodahl located?

James Lodahl practices at 1221 Whipple St, Eau Claire, WI 54703. The listed phone number is (715) 838-5222.

What is James Lodahl's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is James Lodahl enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Lodahl 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 Lodahl's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Lodahl reassigns Medicare benefits to 9 organizations: Mchs Hospitals Inc (Eau Claire, WI), Chippewa Valley Anesthesia Associates, S.C. (Altoona, WI), Lakeview Medical Center Inc Of Rice Lake (Chetek, WI), Memorial Hospital Inc (Neillsville, WI), Marshfield Clinic Inc (Marshfield, WI) and 4 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 Lodahl's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Lodahl accept?

Health plans from Sanford Health Plan and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list James Lodahl 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 Lodahl affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Lodahl is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center and Oakleaf Surgical Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Lodahl was last updated on April 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.