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DR. JAMES G WAKEFIELD III M.D.
NPI 1801882345
Family Medicine in Rensselaer, IN

Active since September 20, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
919 E GRACE ST, RENSSELAER, IN 47978(219) 866-0485(219) 866-0837 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Dr. James G Wakefield Iii M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES G WAKEFIELD III M.D. (NPI 1801882345) is an individual family medicine provider in Rensselaer, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01060733A) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801882345
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES G WAKEFIELD IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address919 E GRACE STRensselaer, IN 47978-3207
Mailing Address919 E Grace StRensselaer, IN 47978-3207 · (219) 866-0485 · Fax (219) 866-0837
Phone(219) 866-0485
Fax(219) 866-0837
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 13, 2026
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1801882345 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 01060733A
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedEmergency MedicineTaxonomy 207P00000X · License 01060733A (IN)
919 E GRACE ST, Rensselaer, IN 47978
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid200523870IN
Medicaid200523870AIN
OtherP00303729IN · Palmetto Gba

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, UnitedHealthcare.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 G Wakefield Iii 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 ID42287021
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050722000663
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

5

Medicare enrollment records show James Wakefield reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Christian Clinic PC
4.6 mi
Family Medicine
716 S COLLEGE AVE
Rensselaer, IN 47978
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1558763987 (219) 866-0485
Iroquois Memorial Hospital And Resident Home
31 mi
General Practice
135 W STATION ST
Saint Anne, IL 60964
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1629003470 (Illinois)
  • 78 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215650528 (815) 432-5841
Emergency Professionals Of Indiana, P.C.
99 mi
Emergency Medicine
7950 W JEFFERSON BLVD
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Emergency Professionals Of Indiana PC
  • 404 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013951219 (260) 435-2699
Statera Health Care, LLC
234 mi
Emergency Medicine
100 DR WARREN TUTTLE DR
Harrisburg, IL 62946
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
  • 169 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043874449 (618) 833-1691
Concord Company Of Tennessee PLLC
243 mi
Emergency Medicine
910 WALLACE AVE
Leitchfield, KY 42754
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
  • 77 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1649743667 (270) 256-9400

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 14

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.
412 services86 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.
344 services85 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
216 services78 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
109 services69 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
52 services52 patients
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 30 minutes provided personally by health care professional, per calendar month 99491
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional personally providing care for patients with two or more chronic conditions. This service, offered monthly, focuses on the first 30 minutes of care, helping manage and coordinate the patient's health needs.
51 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140242
Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Lafayette

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150109
Location1701 S Creasy LnLafayette, IN 47905 · Tippecanoe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Crown Point

Acute Care Hospitals · Crown Point, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number150126
Location12750 Saint Francis DriveCrown Point, IN 46307 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Woodlawn Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Rochester, IN
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number151313
Location1400 E 9th StRochester, IN 46975 · Fulton County
Emergency services

Franciscan Health Rensselaer, Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Rensselaer, IN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number151324
Location1104 E Grace StRensselaer, IN 47978 · Jasper County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 47978 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
2%179 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
29%331 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
5%399 patients1/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
4%132 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Foot Exam
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes (type 1 and type 2) who received a foot exam (visual inspection and sensory exam with mono filament and a pulse exam) during the measurement year
1%128 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
94%5,243 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
87%13,527 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
95%292 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
54%1,214 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
29%261 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
20%938 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
12%893 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 17% · 798 patients
24%798 patients
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
50%1,214 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
0%1,214 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 11% · 261 patients
21%261 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Weight Assessment and Counseling for Nutrition and Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents
Percentage of patients 3-17 years of age who had an outpatient visit with a Primary Care Physician (PCP) or Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN) and who had evidence of the following during the measurement period. Three rates are reported.
97%190 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers29 claims94 services$6.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers19 claims32 services$1.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims360 services$4.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
2 suppliers15 claims8,914 services$0.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$96.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$56.88 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 3

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

MS. MARY JO ELKINS FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
919 E GRACE ST
RENSSELAER, IN 47978
Jasper County (219) 866-0411
SUSAN WERNER FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
919 E GRACE ST
RENSSELAER, IN 47978
Jasper County (219) 866-0411
STEVEN R BEAVER MD
Family Medicine
919 E GRACE ST
RENSSELAER, IN 47978
Jasper County (219) 866-8971

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 Wakefield's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wakefield is 1801882345. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2005.

Where is James Wakefield located?

James Wakefield practices at 919 E Grace St, Rensselaer, IN 47978. The listed phone number is (219) 866-0485.

What is James Wakefield's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is James Wakefield enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wakefield 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 Wakefield's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Wakefield reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Christian Clinic PC (Rensselaer, IN), Iroquois Memorial Hospital And Resident Home (Saint Anne, IL), Emergency Professionals Of Indiana, P.C. (Fort Wayne, IN), Statera Health Care, LLC (Harrisburg, IL) and Concord Company Of Tennessee PLLC (Leitchfield, KY). 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 Wakefield's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Wakefield accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource and UnitedHealthcare list James Wakefield 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 Wakefield affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Wakefield is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital, Franciscan Health Lafayette, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Woodlawn Hospital and Franciscan Health Rensselaer, Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wakefield was last updated on February 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.