DR. JAMES ANTHONY LOUISELL MD
NPI 1669735916
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Santa Cruz, CA

Active since June 21, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065(831) 226-3225(831) 423-7579 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 30, 2019, Aug 25, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. James Anthony Louisell Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES ANTHONY LOUISELL MD (NPI 1669735916) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Santa Cruz, California, licensed in California (A124140) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669735916
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES ANTHONY LOUISELLCredential: MD
Location Address1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1721
Mailing Address3400 Data Dr, Attn: Credentialing/payer EnrollmentRancho Cordova, CA 95670-7956
Fax(831) 423-7579
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Southern California Keck School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1669735916 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
Licenses Licensed in CA · A124140 Licensed in OR · MD182328
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 Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License MD182328 (OR)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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 Anthony Louisell 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 ID2365673506
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161122001272
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 8

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.
256 services87 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
108 services49 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
25 services21 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
25 services24 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
23 services23 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.
20 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95065 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
$141.77 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $35.44 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.72 typical visit price
range $21.02 – $153.16
Typical copayment $27.43 (range $5.25 – $38.29)
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.

96.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.34
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
93%133 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$16.25 avg. paid by Medicare
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
3 suppliers28 claims28 services$100.01 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 7

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

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
Specialist
1595 SOQUEL DR STE 230
SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065

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 Louisell's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Louisell is 1669735916. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2012.

Where is James Louisell located?

James Louisell practices at 1595 Soquel Dr Ste 230, Santa Cruz, CA 95065. The listed phone number is (831) 226-3225.

What is James Louisell's specialty?

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

Is James Louisell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Louisell 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Louisell was last updated on July 30, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.