JAMES P ZALEZ MD
NPI 1679689822
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Santa Monica, CA

Q: What is James Zalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Zalez is 1679689822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 21, 2006.

Q: What is James Zalez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Zalez was last updated on December 1, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since August 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 860, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 828-3209(310) 828-5165 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 1, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About James P Zalez Md NPPES

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

JAMES P ZALEZ MD (NPI 1679689822) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (G65652) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679689822

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameJAMES P ZALEZCredential: MD

Location Address2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 860Santa Monica, CA 90404-2102

Mailing Address6029 Bristol Pkwy, 100Culver City, CA 90230-6643 · (310) 417-5900 · Fax (310) 410-1001

Phone(310) 828-3209

Fax(310) 828-5165

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateAugust 21, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 1, 2021

NPPES CertifiedDecember 1, 2021

✔ NPI 1679689822 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · G65652

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Other Identifiers 2

OtherW21068CA · Medicare Location Ptan

OtherWG65652CCA · Medicare Location Ptan

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James P Zalez 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 ID749375848

PECOS Enrollment IDI20071004000461

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

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.

15 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 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

$187.60 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $46.90 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$77.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

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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.

STEVEN H. SILVERS, D.P.M.

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 983W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-2299

GREGORY J COLMAN MD

Dermatology

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-4484

MILTON KRISILOFF MD

Urology

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1165 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-7766

SANTA MONICA BAY AREA PHYSICIANS

Family Medicine

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 1070
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 315-7900

STEPHEN LOUIS KUCHENBECKER

Surgery

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 460 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-9400

LAUREN L REAGER A CALIFORNIA MEDICAL CORPORATION

Dermatology

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-4484

ABERGEL INSTITUTE

Dermatology

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1250 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-2005

PETER M LOISIDES MD, INC

Urology

2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 590W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

Los Angeles County (310) 829-0039

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 Zalez's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Zalez is 1679689822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 21, 2006.

Where is James Zalez located?

James Zalez practices at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 860, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 828-3209.

What is James Zalez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is James Zalez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Zalez 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 Zalez was last updated on December 1, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.