DR. JAMES HICKEY DO
NPI 1902251440
Family Medicine in Duluth, MN

Active since May 03, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E 3RD ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 5, 2026, Apr 22, 2026, Oct 3, 2022 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. James Hickey Do NPPES

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

DR. JAMES HICKEY DO (NPI 1902251440) is an individual family medicine provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Georgia (110842) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth, and is a graduate of Rocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic Med (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902251440
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES HICKEYCredential: DO
Location Address400 E 3RD STDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8364
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateMay 3, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateJune 5, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 5, 2026
✔ NPI 1902251440 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 110842
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 ListedFamily Medicine · Obesity MedicineTaxonomy 207QB0002X · License 72538 (MN)
Also ListedPediatrics · Obesity MedicineTaxonomy 2080B0002X · License 110842 (GA)
400 E 3RD ST, Duluth, MN 55805

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 Hickey Do 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 ID7113210402
PECOS Enrollment IDI20260519004115
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show James Hickey reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Critical Access
3500 TOWER AVE
Superior, WI 54880
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: St Marys Hospital Of Superior
  • 381 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
1365 CLIFTON RD NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 4,840 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 6

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.
33 services20 patients
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.
28 services20 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
22 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
20 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
18 services18 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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
$85.82 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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
4 suppliers11 claims27 services$6.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
7 suppliers14 claims61 services$2.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$16.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers35 claims35 services$36.23 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
4 suppliers42 claims42 services$83.72 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 20

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

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Anesthesiology
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Hospitalist
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical-Surgical)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805

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 Hickey's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Hickey is 1902251440. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2016.

Where is James Hickey located?

James Hickey practices at 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8364.

What is James Hickey's specialty?

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

Is James Hickey enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Hickey 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 Hickey's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Hickey reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: St. Mary's Hospital Of Superior (Superior, WI) and The Emory Clinic Inc (Atlanta, GA). 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 Hickey's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Hickey accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Oscar Health list James Hickey 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 Hickey affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Hickey is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Hickey was last updated on June 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.