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JAMES FRANKLIN WHARAM MD
NPI 1740280288
Internal Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since July 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
133 BROOKLINE AVE, BOSTON, MA 02215(617) 421-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 29, 2021, Mar 8, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About James Franklin Wharam Md NPPES

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

JAMES FRANKLIN WHARAM MD (NPI 1740280288) is an individual internal medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in North Carolina (2021-02565) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740280288
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES FRANKLIN WHARAMCredential: MD
Location Address133 BROOKLINE AVEBoston, MA 02215-3904
Mailing Address4220 N Roxboro StDurham, NC 27704-1826 · (919) 471-8344
Phone(617) 421-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateJuly 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 29, 2021
✔ NPI 1740280288 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2021-02565✔ Licensed in MA · 223285
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
133 BROOKLINE AVE, Boston, MA 02215
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

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 Franklin Wharam 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 ID9234162975
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220727002969
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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340155
Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02215 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

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.

MRS. MELISSA ASHLEY ZIOGAS APRN-FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
SHIVAUN ELAINE PIKE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
HARRIET SCHEFT M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-2040
CAROL J ZUCKERMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine
133 BROOKLINE AVE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-5804
HARVARD VANGUARD MEDICAL ASSOCIATES
Social Worker
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1000
DIANE L. GILWORTH NP
Registered Nurse
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-6050
MARGARET SIDOR PHD, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (617) 421-1035
NED WILSON MORSE
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
133 BROOKLINE AVE
BOSTON, MA 02215
Suffolk County (174) 211-1496

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 Wharam's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wharam is 1740280288. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 27, 2005.

Where is James Wharam located?

James Wharam practices at 133 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215. The listed phone number is (617) 421-1000.

What is James Wharam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Wharam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wharam 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 Wharam accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list James Wharam 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 Wharam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Wharam is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wharam was last updated on November 29, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.