JAMES KEITH WATSON MD
NPI 1841322179
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Huntington, WV

Active since March 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
3448 US ROUTE 60, HUNTINGTON, WV 25705(304) 522-1550(304) 522-0704 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About James Keith Watson Md NPPES

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

JAMES KEITH WATSON MD (NPI 1841322179) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Huntington, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (22693) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northern Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841322179
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameJAMES KEITH WATSONCredential: MD
Location Address3448 US ROUTE 60Huntington, WV 25705-2906
Mailing AddressPo Box 910Huntington, WV 25712-0910 · (304) 522-1550 · Fax (304) 522-0704
Fax(304) 522-0704
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMarch 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2024
NPI 1841322179 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 WV · 22693 Licensed in KY · 41084 Licensed in NC · 2023-03510 Licensed in OH · 35090137
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
3448 US ROUTE 60, Huntington, WV 25705

Other Identifiers 10

Other000000221899OH · Unison
Other7842870Aetna
Medicaid3810008681WV
OtherP00413760WV · Rr Medicare (wv)
OtherP00766035KY · Rr Medicare (ky)
Other001968311WV · Mtn St Bcbs
Other550493376 00WV · Wv Worker's Compensation
Medicaid7100005910KY
Medicaid2728909OH
Other50016928KY · Passport

Accepted Insurance

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 Keith Watson 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 ID4688770282
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240207000837
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 87

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.
1,303 services996 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.
399 services386 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.
326 services320 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.
287 services280 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.
219 services214 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.
214 services197 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Northern Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Airy, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340003
Location830 Rockford StMount Airy, NC 27030 · Surry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340014
Location3333 Silas Creek ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27103 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Thomasville, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340085
Location207 Old Lexington Rd Box 789Thomasville, NC 27360 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Medical Park Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340148
Location1950 S Hawthorne RdWinston-Salem, NC 27103 · Forsyth County

Ashe Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Jefferson, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341325
Location200 Hospital AveJefferson, NC 28640 · Ashe County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 25705 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
$83.49 typical visit price
range $53.20 – $164.59
Typical copayment $20.87 (range $13.30 – $41.14)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.84 typical visit price
range $16.47 – $133.29
Typical copayment $16.71 (range $4.11 – $33.32)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

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.
12%26 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%1,474 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%403 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…
84%25 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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Nurse Practitioner
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3448 US ROUTE 60
HUNTINGTON, WV 25705

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 Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Watson is 1841322179. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 12, 2007.

Where is James Watson located?

James Watson practices at 3448 Us Route 60, Huntington, WV 25705. The listed phone number is (304) 522-1550.

What is James Watson's specialty?

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

Is James Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Watson 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 Watson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and CareSource list James Watson 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 Watson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Watson is affiliated with Northern Regional Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital and Ashe Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Watson was last updated on May 7, 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.