JAMES H WELCH MD
NPI 1689670986
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Reno, NV

Active since June 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.62/100
CMS Quality Rating
1155 MILL ST, RENO, NV 89502(775) 982-4160(775) 823-1966 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About James H Welch Md NPPES

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

JAMES H WELCH MD (NPI 1689670986) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Reno, Nevada, licensed in Nevada (8944) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689670986
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameJAMES H WELCHCredential: MD
Location Address1155 MILL STReno, NV 89502-1576
Mailing AddressPo Box 7055Reno, NV 89510-7055 · (775) 823-1999 · Fax (775) 823-1966
Fax(775) 823-1966
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateJune 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 2, 2024
NPPES CertifiedApril 2, 2024
NPI 1689670986 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in NV · 8944
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
1155 MILL ST, Reno, NV 89502

Other Identifiers 2

Other300102164Railroad Medicare
Medicaid2016742NV

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

James H Welch 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 ID6103907084
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120127000748
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 68

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
1,023 services919 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
288 services281 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
227 services223 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
205 services197 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
148 services130 patients
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560
An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
139 services132 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Renown Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Reno, NV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number290001
Location1155 Mill StreetReno, NV 89502 · Washoe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Carson City, NV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number290019
Location1600 Medical ParkwayCarson City, NV 89703 · Carson City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northern Nevada Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sparks, NV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number290032
Location2375 E Prater WaySparks, NV 89434 · Washoe County
Emergency services

Renown South Meadows Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Reno, NV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number290049
Location10101 Double R BlvdReno, NV 89521 · Washoe County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 89502 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
$88.51 typical visit price
range $57.07 – $173.24
Typical copayment $22.12 (range $14.26 – $43.31)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.14 typical visit price
range $18.27 – $140.96
Typical copayment $17.78 (range $4.56 – $35.24)
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.

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.

87.62/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.66
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.02

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Follow-up Imaging for Incidental Abdominal Lesions
Percentage of final reports for abdominal imaging studies for asymptomatic patients aged 18 years and older with one or more of the following noted incidentally with follow_up imaging recommended: - Liver lesion =< 0.5 cm - Cystic kidney lesion < 1.0 cm -…
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%89 patients
Nuclear Medicine: Correlation with Existing Imaging Studies for All Patients Undergoing Bone Scintigraphy
Percentage of final reports for all patients, regardless of age, undergoing bone scintigraphy that include physician documentation of correlation with existing relevant imaging studies (e.g., x-ray, MRI, CT, etc.) that were performed
100%25 patients
Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques
Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…
100%662 patients
Radiology: Stenosis Measurement in Carotid Imaging Reports
Percentage of final reports for carotid imaging studies (neck magnetic resonance angiography [MRA], neck computed tomography angiography [CTA], neck duplex ultrasound, carotid angiogram) performed that include direct or indirect reference to measurements of…
100%52 patients
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.

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.

Emergency Medicine
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care)
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Hospitalist
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502
Hospitalist
1155 MILL ST
RENO, NV 89502

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 Welch's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Welch is 1689670986. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 22, 2005.

Where is James Welch located?

James Welch practices at 1155 Mill St, Reno, NV 89502. The listed phone number is (775) 982-4160.

What is James Welch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is James Welch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Welch 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.

Is James Welch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Welch is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Northern Nevada Medical Center and Renown South Meadows Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Welch was last updated on April 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.