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JAMES M. ARMSTRONG P.A.
NPI 1568645182
Physician Assistant in Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Q: What is James Armstrong's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Armstrong is 1568645182. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 6, 2007.

Q: What is James Armstrong's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Armstrong was last updated on October 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.

Active since December 06, 2007PECOS Enrolled

560 OSBORN BLVD, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI 49783(906) 632-5836 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 6, 2023, Feb 22, 2021, Feb 17, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About James M. Armstrong P.a. NPPES

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

JAMES M. ARMSTRONG P.A. (NPI 1568645182) is an individual physician assistant in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5601010484) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chippewa County War Memorial Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568645182

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameJAMES M. ARMSTRONGCredential: P.A.

Location Address560 OSBORN BLVDSault Sainte Marie, MI 49783-1961

Mailing Address4000 Wellness DrMidland, MI 48670-2000 · (844) 832-1956 · Fax (989) 633-5241

Phone(906) 632-5836

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateDecember 6, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 20, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 20, 2026

✔ NPI 1568645182 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 MI · 5601010484✔ Licensed in VT · 055.0031207

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 505 (MA)

560 OSBORN BLVD, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1736 Cambridge Street, Division of Cardiovascular MedicineBoston, MA 02135 · Phone (617) 562-7868 · Fax (617) 779-6330

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Priority Health.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

James M. Armstrong P.a. 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 ID2961592266

PECOS Enrollment IDI20210604001403

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 4

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.

283 services217 patients

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.

64 services64 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

24 services24 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.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Chippewa County War Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sault Sainte Marie, MI

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number230239

Location500 Osborn BlvdSault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 · Chippewa County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Newberry, MI

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number231304

Location502 W Harrie StNewberry, MI 49868 · Luce County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49783 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

$84.74 typical visit price

range $54.34 – $166.68

Typical copayment $21.18 (range $13.58 – $41.67)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.07 typical visit price

range $17.09 – $135.40

Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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