DR. JAMES STERLING FERRIS D.D.S.
NPI 1881872547
Dentist - General Practice in Sterling, IL

Q: What is James Ferris's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ferris is 1881872547. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 5, 2008.

Q: What is James Ferris's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in General Practice, with taxonomy code 1223G0001X.

Q: Is James Ferris enrolled in Medicare?

No. James Ferris has opted out of Medicare through October 3, 2026. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ferris was last updated on February 5, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.

Active since February 05, 2008Opted out of Medicare · through Oct 3, 2026

2000 LOCUST ST STE B, STERLING, IL 61081(815) 625-6842(815) 625-6887 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. James Sterling Ferris D.d.s. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES STERLING FERRIS D.D.S. (NPI 1881872547) is an individual general practice provider in Sterling, Illinois and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. He has opted out of Medicare through October 3, 2026 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881872547

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy1223G0001X

Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES STERLING FERRISCredential: D.D.S.

Location Address2000 LOCUST ST STE BSterling, IL 61081-7300

Mailing Address2000 Locust St Ste BSterling, IL 61081-7300 · (815) 625-6842 · Fax (815) 625-6887

Phone(815) 625-6842

Fax(815) 625-6887

Sole ProprietorYes

Enumeration DateFebruary 5, 2008

✔ NPI 1881872547 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDentist · General PracticeDental Providers

Taxonomy Code1223G0001X

Definition

A general dentist is the primary dental care provider for patients of all ages. The general dentist is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of services related to patients' oral health needs.

2000 LOCUST ST STE B, Sterling, IL 61081

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Dr. James Sterling Ferris D.d.s. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from October 3, 2016 through October 3, 2026.

Opt-Out Effective DateOctober 3, 2016

Opt-Out In Effect ThroughOctober 3, 2026Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 61081 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 $54.80 – $168.44

Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.64 typical visit price

range $17.16 – $136.56

Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

RAAFAY AHMED

Dentist

2000 LOCUST ST STE B
STERLING, IL 61081

Whiteside County (815) 625-6842

DR AMIT KALRA LLC

Dentist (General Practice)

2000 LOCUST ST STE B
STERLING, IL 61081

Whiteside County (815) 454-3709

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 Ferris's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ferris is 1881872547. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 5, 2008.

Where is James Ferris located?

James Ferris practices at 2000 Locust St Ste B, Sterling, IL 61081. The listed phone number is (815) 625-6842.

What is James Ferris's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in General Practice, with taxonomy code 1223G0001X.

Is James Ferris enrolled in Medicare?

No. James Ferris has opted out of Medicare through October 3, 2026. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ferris was last updated on February 5, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.