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DR. JAMES WHITNEY WHITAKER M.D.
NPI 1740488527
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Fargo, ND

Active since July 03, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
4820 23RD AVE S, FARGO, ND 58104(469) 677-7430(972) 591-0085 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 12, 2026, Sep 21, 2026, Apr 3, 2026 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2026).

About Dr. James Whitney Whitaker M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES WHITNEY WHITAKER M.D. (NPI 1740488527) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Fargo, North Dakota, licensed in Georgia (69668) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellstar Spalding Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740488527
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES WHITNEY WHITAKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address4820 23RD AVE SFargo, ND 58104-9137
Mailing AddressPo Box 5074Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074 · (605) 328-9419
Fax(972) 591-0085
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2026
✔ NPI 1740488527 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 69668✔ Licensed in ND · 23953✔ Licensed in FL · ME178748✔ Licensed in MI · 4301100035✔ Licensed in TX · W3442
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
4820 23RD AVE S, Fargo, ND 58104

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 12101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550-8307 · Phone (956) 389-6565
Location 24250 Hospital DrMarianna, FL 32446-1917 · Phone (850) 526-2200 · Fax (850) 718-2844

Accepted 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 Whitney Whitaker 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 ID2062678279
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130626000158, I20260129003899
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

12

Medicare enrollment records show James Whitaker reassigns Medicare billing to 12 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Same address
Diagnostic Radiology
4820 23RD AVE S
Fargo, ND 58104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Dakota enrollment
  • 93 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1700 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1602 AVENUE Q
Lubbock, TX 79401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1602 AVENUE Q
Lubbock, TX 79401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
3949 S COBB DR SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1000 JOHNSON FERRY RD
Atlanta, GA 30342
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 241 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
745 POPLAR RD
Newnan, GA 30265
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 45 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1514 VERNON RD
Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 26 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
303 SMITH ST
Lagrange, GA 30240
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 1,506 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
1600 S 20TH AVE
Safford, AZ 85546
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 149 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 48

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.
941 services631 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.
316 services285 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
216 services200 patients
Screening 3d breast mammography 77063
Screening 3D breast mammography is a procedure that uses low-dose X-rays to create detailed images of the breast. This allows for early detection of any unusual changes or growths. It's a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that typically takes about 30 minutes.
169 services169 patients
Screening mammography 77067
Screening mammography is a preventative measure that uses low-dose X-rays to take images of the chest area. It's a key tool in early detection of abnormalities, helping to identify issues before they become symptomatic. It is recommended annually for certain age groups.
169 services169 patients
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125
A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.
106 services101 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Wellstar Spalding Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Griffin, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number110031
Location601 South 8th StreetGriffin, GA 30224 · Spalding County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Warner Robins, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110069
Location1601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 · Houston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Douglas, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110089
Location1101 Ocilla RoadDouglas, GA 31533 · Coffee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension St John Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370114
Location1923 South Utica AvenueTulsa, OK 74104 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440082
Location4220 Harding Rd, PO Box 380Nashville, TN 37205 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 58104 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
$85.71 typical visit price
range $55.75 – $168.12
Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.93 – $42.03)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$69.48 typical visit price
range $18.11 – $137.65
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.52 – $34.41)
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.

92.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.38
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

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 -…
8%1,083 patients
Radiology: Reminder System for Screening Mammograms
Percentage of patients undergoing a screening mammogram whose information is entered into a reminder system with a target due date for the next mammogram
100%196 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…
99%101 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 3

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4820 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
4820 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
4820 23RD AVE S
FARGO, ND 58104

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 Whitaker's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Whitaker is 1740488527. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2007.

Where is James Whitaker located?

James Whitaker practices at 4820 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104. The listed phone number is (469) 677-7430.

What is James Whitaker's specialty?

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

Is James Whitaker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Whitaker 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 Whitaker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Whitaker reassigns Medicare benefits to 12 organizations: Sanford Clinic (Fargo, ND), Murfreesboro Radiology & Nuclear Medicine Consultants PLLC (Murfreesboro, TN), Coaxion PLLC (Lubbock, TX), Concord Radiology PLLC (Lubbock, TX), Georgia Imaging Associates PC (Smyrna, GA) and 7 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Whitaker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Whitaker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc and 1 other insurer list James Whitaker 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 Whitaker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Whitaker is affiliated with Wellstar Spalding Medical Center, Houston Healthcare, Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc, Ascension St John Medical Center and Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Whitaker was last updated on October 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 days 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.