1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Missouri
  4. Saint Louis
  5. Internal Medicine
  6. NPI Profile

DR. JAMES GERARD KRINGS MD
NPI 1629495676
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Saint Louis, MO

Active since March 27, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.29/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM PULMONARY, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110(314) 454-8762(314) 454-7524 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 25, 2024, Apr 10, 2024, Nov 15, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. James Gerard Krings Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES GERARD KRINGS MD (NPI 1629495676) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2019001321) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629495676
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES GERARD KRINGSCredential: MD
Location Address1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM PULMONARYSaint Louis, MO 63110-1003
Mailing AddressPo Box 7412011Chicago, IL 60674-2011 · (314) 454-8762 · Fax (314) 454-7524
Phone(314) 454-8762
Fax(314) 454-7524
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 26, 2020
✔ NPI 1629495676 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2019001321
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2019001321 (MO)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 2019001321 (MO)
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid200087571MO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cox HealthPlans.Insurance ›

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

Dr. James Gerard Krings 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 ID4082919717
PECOS Enrollment IDI20201006000586
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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
83 services38 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.
36 services30 patients
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.
35 services26 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.
19 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number260032
LocationOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110 · St. Louis City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63110 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.37 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $24.59 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

79.29/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality71.46
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.51

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

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
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$69.92 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.

DR. MARGARET LEIGHTON MCNAIRY MD
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 362-1700
ANNA RABINOV ANNA RABINOV
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 747-3000
MRS. MICHELLE MARIE BLOOM ACNP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (800) 862-9980
DR. FARIS ADAM BAKEER MD
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 362-1700
DR. REHAN RAIS MD
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 362-1700
DR. RANDY OLIVIER LAINE MD
Hospitalist
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV IM HOSPITALIST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 362-1700
DR. BRADLEY SETH KUSHNER MD
Surgery
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DIV SURG VASCULAR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (314) 273-7373
MS. KELSEY ELISE FOGUS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1 BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL PLZ, DEPT ANESTHESIOLOGY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
St. Louis City (800) 862-9980

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 Krings's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Krings is 1629495676. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2014.

Where is James Krings located?

James Krings practices at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz Div Im Pulmonary, Saint Louis, MO 63110. The listed phone number is (314) 454-8762.

What is James Krings's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is James Krings enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Krings 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 James Krings accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list James Krings 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 Krings affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Krings is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Krings was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.