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JAMES SHORTEN PA-C
NPI 1740585280
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Charlottesville, VA

Active since January 13, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.39/100
CMS Quality Rating
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, STE 310, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903(434) 243-5432(434) 243-5460 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About James Shorten Pa-c NPPES

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

JAMES SHORTEN PA-C (NPI 1740585280) is an individual surgical provider in Charlottesville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0110004244) and active in the NPI registry since January 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740585280
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameJAMES SHORTENCredential: PA-C
Location Address545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, STE 310Charlottesville, VA 22903-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 9007Charlottesville, VA 22906-9007
Phone(434) 243-5432
Fax(434) 243-5460
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJanuary 13, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 2013
✔ NPI 1740585280 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 0110004244✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-02676
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License 0010-02676 (NC)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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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 Shorten Pa-c 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 ID6800075078
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131004000559
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 5

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.
223 services187 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.
177 services142 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
84 services84 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
36 services36 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint using ultrasound guidance 20606
This is a procedure where a needle is guided by ultrasound into a medium-sized joint, like a knee or shoulder. The needle can be used to remove fluid, which can relieve pressure and pain, or to inject medication to help with inflammation and discomfort.
20 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Sentara Rmh Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisonburg, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490004
Location2010 Health Campus DriveHarrisonburg, VA 22801 · Harrisonburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Virginia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number490009
Location1215 Lee StreetCharlottesville, VA 22908 · Charlottesville City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Uva Health System Culpeper Med Cente

Acute Care Hospitals · Culpeper, VA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number490019
Location501 Sunset LaneCulpeper, VA 22701 · Culpeper County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

79.39/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.66
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.65

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Walking boot, non-pneumatic, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated item that has been trimmed, bent, molded, assembled, or otherwise customized to fit a specific patient by an individual with expertise L4386
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier23 claims23 services$128.73 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 12

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

ERIC W. CARSON M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, STE 310
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5430
RACHITA KHOT M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 982-0415
JOSEPH S. PARK MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (Foot and Ankle Surgery)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, SUITE 310
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5432
MRS. JENNIFER DIGRAZIA OT
Occupational Therapist
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-0311
SETH R. YARBORO M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Trauma)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, SUITE 310
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5432
DAVID J. HRYVNIAK D.O.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, STE 310
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5600
JOSEPH L. AMALFITANO M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE, STE 240
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5622
DR. ANGELO RASHARD DACUS M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
545 RAY C. HUNT DRIVE
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903
Charlottesville City (434) 243-5432

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 Shorten's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Shorten is 1740585280. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 13, 2011.

Where is James Shorten located?

James Shorten practices at 545 Ray C. Hunt Drive Ste 310, Charlottesville, VA 22903. The listed phone number is (434) 243-5432.

What is James Shorten's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is James Shorten enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Shorten 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 Shorten affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Shorten is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, University Of Virginia Medical Center and Novant Health Uva Health System Culpeper Med Cente.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Shorten was last updated on August 12, 2013. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.