DR. JAMES SCOTT ASTON D.O.
NPI 1578856639
Family Medicine in Fort Worth, TX

Active since May 24, 2011PECOS Enrolled
96.57/100
CMS Quality Rating
855 MONTGOMERY ST, FORT WORTH, TX 76107(817) 735-2235 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 12, 2021, Jul 18, 2019, Oct 10, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. James Scott Aston D.o. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES SCOTT ASTON D.O. (NPI 1578856639) is an individual family medicine provider in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (S2223) and active in the NPI registry since May 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578856639
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES SCOTT ASTONCredential: D.O.
Location Address855 MONTGOMERY STFort Worth, TX 76107-2553
Mailing Address855 Montgomery StFort Worth, TX 76107-2553 · (817) 735-2235
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 12, 2021
✔ NPI 1578856639 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · S2223
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 ListedNeuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMMTaxonomy 204D00000X · License S2223 (TX)
Also ListedGeneral PracticeTaxonomy 208D00000X · License E-10081 (AR), 02004111A (IN)
855 MONTGOMERY ST, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid215370795AR

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. James Scott Aston D.o. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show James Aston reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Internal Medicine
855 MONTGOMERY ST
Fort Worth, TX 76107
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 89 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 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.

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.
84 services57 patients
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.
55 services46 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
18 services18 patients
Osteopathic manipulative treatment, 5-6 body regions 98927
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a hands-on method where doctors use their hands to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. In a 5-6 body regions OMT, the doctor applies techniques on those areas to enhance your body's natural healing process.
16 services11 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76107 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
$87.20 typical visit price
range $56.47 – $171.07
Typical copayment $21.80 (range $14.11 – $42.76)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.68 typical visit price
range $18.18 – $139.68
Typical copayment $24.92 (range $4.54 – $34.92)
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.

96.57/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality83.15
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Family Medicine
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Dermatology
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107
Physician Assistant
855 MONTGOMERY ST
FORT WORTH, TX 76107

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 Aston's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Aston is 1578856639. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2011.

Where is James Aston located?

James Aston practices at 855 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107. The listed phone number is (817) 735-2235.

What is James Aston's specialty?

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

Is James Aston enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Aston is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for James Aston's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Aston reassigns Medicare benefits to University Of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth (Fort Worth, TX). The 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 Aston's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Aston was last updated on May 12, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.