JAMES RICHARD DISMUKES MD
NPI 1487608170
Internal Medicine in Germantown, TN

Q: What is James Dismukes's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Dismukes is 1487608170. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Q: What is James Dismukes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Dismukes was last updated on April 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since May 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

7691 POPLAR AVE, GERMANTOWN, TN 38138(901) 844-1431 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About James Richard Dismukes Md NPPES

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

JAMES RICHARD DISMUKES MD (NPI 1487608170) is an individual internal medicine provider in Germantown, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (27722) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487608170

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameJAMES RICHARD DISMUKESCredential: MD

Location Address7691 POPLAR AVEGermantown, TN 38138-3904

Mailing Address6263 Poplar Ave, Suite 1052Memphis, TN 38119-4701 · (901) 844-1431

Phone(901) 844-1431

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1993

Enumeration DateMay 19, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 18, 2023

NPPES CertifiedApril 18, 2023

✔ NPI 1487608170 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 27722

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

7691 POPLAR AVE, Germantown, TN 38138

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid3804600TN

Other4123421TN · Bcbs Of Tn

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James Richard Dismukes Md 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 ID1355364316

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060105000589

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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

997 services225 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

299 services214 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

226 services211 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

165 services150 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440048

Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440049

Location1265 Union Ave Suite 700Memphis, TN 38104 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bartlett, TN

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number440228

Location2986 Kate Bond RdBartlett, TN 38133 · Shelby County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38138 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims325 services$2.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier12 claims3,550 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

1 supplier23 claims23 services$48.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers46 claims46 services$15.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers46 claims46 services$69.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$22.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

ZULEKHA KATHAWALA MD

Internal Medicine

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

CYNTHIA DENISE BEDFORD ACNP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

JOSEPH MICHAEL STURDIVANT M.D.

Hospitalist

7691 POPLAR AVE, SUITE 350
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

ELEANOR LACSA SAN PEDRO RN

Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-6386

POONAM LATA GUTT M.D.

Internal Medicine

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

DR. WILLIAM STERLING SESSIONS MD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

TANYA JONES FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

GEORGIA BIUNKA BROWN NP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

7691 POPLAR AVE
GERMANTOWN, TN 38138

Shelby County (901) 516-1290

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 Dismukes's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Dismukes is 1487608170. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2006.

Where is James Dismukes located?

James Dismukes practices at 7691 Poplar Ave, Germantown, TN 38138. The listed phone number is (901) 844-1431.

What is James Dismukes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Dismukes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Dismukes 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.

Is James Dismukes affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Dismukes is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis and Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Dismukes was last updated on April 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.