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STEPHEN ANTHONY JAMES MD, MBA
NPI 1497218192
Family Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Active since April 09, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
720 WESTVIEW DR SW, ATLANTA, GA 30310(404) 752-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2026, Dec 11, 2025, Dec 31, 2024 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Stephen Anthony James Md, Mba NPPES

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

STEPHEN ANTHONY JAMES MD, MBA (NPI 1497218192) is an individual family medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (90766) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497218192
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN ANTHONY JAMESCredential: MD, MBA
Location Address720 WESTVIEW DR SWAtlanta, GA 30310-1458
Mailing Address720 Westview Dr SwAtlanta, GA 30310-1458
Phone(404) 752-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1497218192 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 90766✔ Licensed in FL · ME182928
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 343353 (LA), ME182928 (FL)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
720 WESTVIEW DR SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., HMO Louisiana, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Stephen Anthony James Md, Mba 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 ID4284016221
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220808000636, I20240823002368
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.
149 services59 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.
52 services52 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
47 services47 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.
45 services45 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.
29 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Emory Decatur Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Decatur, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110076
Location2701 N Decatur RoadDecatur, GA 30033 · De Kalb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Emory Hillandale Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lithonia, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110226
Location2801 Dekalb Medical ParkwayLithonia, GA 30058 · De Kalb County
Emergency services

Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baton Rouge, LA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number190064
Location5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 · E. Baton Rouge County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30310 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
$88.06 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $22.01 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

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.

BRYAN OSAYAMHEN OKOSUN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1500
UGOCHI GLADYS ANANABA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1500
DR. THEODORA CHIDERA ABAH MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1400
DR. ALEX WALEED MOHAMMAD ALQUDAH MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 756-1341
YOG VAGHANI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1500
BRADFORD ZACHARY GRANT
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1500
NIRVANA ALLISON DURBAL
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 752-1500
IVANNA ALEXIS WARD DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
720 WESTVIEW DR SW
ATLANTA, GA 30310
Fulton County (404) 756-1383

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 Stephen James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen James is 1497218192. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2019.

Where is Stephen James located?

Stephen James practices at 720 Westview Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. The listed phone number is (404) 752-1000.

What is Stephen James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Stephen James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen James 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 Stephen James accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., HMO Louisiana and Oscar Insurance Company list Stephen James 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 Stephen James affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen James is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Hillandale Hospital and Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen James was last updated on July 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 32 days 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.