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DR. JAMES EDWARD LEE M.D.
NPI 1659402139
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Spindale, NC

Active since March 08, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
393 OAK ST, SUITE 100, SPINDALE, NC 28160(828) 287-3928(828) 286-3137 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 14, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. James Edward Lee M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES EDWARD LEE M.D. (NPI 1659402139) is an individual psychiatry provider in Spindale, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (27480) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Duke University School Of Medicine (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659402139
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES EDWARD LEECredential: M.D.
Location Address393 OAK ST, SUITE 100Spindale, NC 28160-1665
Mailing Address393 Oak St, Suite 100Spindale, NC 28160-1665 · (828) 287-3928 · Fax (828) 286-3137
Phone(828) 287-3928
Fax(828) 286-3137
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 14, 2011
✔ NPI 1659402139 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 27480
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Child & Adolescent PsychiatryTaxonomy 2084P0804X · License 27480 (NC)
393 OAK ST, Spindale, NC 28160
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Other Identifiers 3

Other1193LNC · Bcbs
Medicare UPINC85096
Other86394NC · Medcost

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Cigna Healthcare and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Edward Lee M.d. 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 ID5294860706
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100322000785
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show James Lee reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Family Preservation Services Of North Carolina, Inc.
1.6 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
190 N MAIN ST
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 18 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831278019 (828) 351-2197
Family Preservation Services Of North Carolina, LLC
40 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
50 WESTGATE PKWY
Asheville, NC 28806
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Pathways Human Services Of North Carolina LLC
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043446966 (828) 225-3100

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

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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
29 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Rutherford Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rutherfordton, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340013
Location288 South Ridgecrest AveRutherfordton, NC 28139 · Rutherford County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Columbus, NC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341322
Location101 Hospital DriveColumbus, NC 28722 · Polk County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28160 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
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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 Lee's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Lee is 1659402139. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2007.

Where is James Lee located?

James Lee practices at 393 Oak St Suite 100, Spindale, NC 28160. The listed phone number is (828) 287-3928.

What is James Lee's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is James Lee enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Lee 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for James Lee's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Lee reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Family Preservation Services Of North Carolina, Inc. (Rutherfordton, NC) and Family Preservation Services Of North Carolina, LLC (Asheville, NC). Each 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 Lee's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Lee accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Cigna Healthcare, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and UnitedHealthcare list James Lee 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 Lee affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Lee is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center and St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Lee was last updated on November 14, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.