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DR. JAMES D MICHELSON MD
NPI 1659347664
Orthopaedic Surgery in Washington, DC

Active since February 28, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, 7TH FLOOR, WASHINGTON, DC 20037(202) 741-3300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Dec 23, 2025 (2 updates tracked since 2025).

About Dr. James D Michelson Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES D MICHELSON MD (NPI 1659347664) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in District Of Columbia (MD33656) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care, and maintains a secondary practice location in Middlebury.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659347664
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES D MICHELSONCredential: MD
Location Address2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, 7TH FLOORWashington, DC 20037-3201
Mailing Address2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 7th FloorWashington, DC 20037-3201 · (202) 741-3300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSYale University School Of MedicineGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateFebruary 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 23, 2025
NPI 1659347664 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses Licensed in DC · MD33656 Licensed in VT · 042.0010122 Licensed in MD · D0035232
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, Washington, DC 20037

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1115 Porter DrMiddlebury, VT 05753-8423 · Phone (802) 388-4430

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid477581301MD
Medicaid005718678VA

Accepted 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 D Michelson 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 ID7810935467
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070129000788
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 2

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.
168 services87 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care

Acute Care Hospitals · Burlington, VT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number470003
Location111 Colchester AveBurlington, VT 05401 · Chittenden County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20037 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Wound care set, for negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, includes all supplies and accessories A6550
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier14 claims180 services$22.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Canister, disposable, used with suction pump, each A7000
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier13 claims110 services$6.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Negative pressure wound therapy electrical pump, stationary or portable E2402
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$777.26 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.

Internal Medicine
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, SUITE 5-416
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20037

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 Michelson's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Michelson is 1659347664. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 28, 2006.

Where is James Michelson located?

James Michelson practices at 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20037. The listed phone number is (202) 741-3300.

What is James Michelson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is James Michelson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Michelson 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 Michelson accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list James Michelson 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 Michelson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Michelson is affiliated with Univ. Of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Michelson was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.