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DR. JAMES MAKEMSON M.D.
NPI 1942283122
Family Medicine in Huntsville, AL

Active since November 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
250 CHATEAU DR SW, STE. 210, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 880-4690(256) 880-4691 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 21, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. James Makemson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES MAKEMSON M.D. (NPI 1942283122) is an individual family medicine provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (24851) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942283122
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES MAKEMSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address250 CHATEAU DR SW, STE. 210Huntsville, AL 35801-6436
Mailing Address250 Chateau Dr Sw, Ste. 210Huntsville, AL 35801-6436 · (256) 880-4690 · Fax (256) 880-4691
Phone(256) 880-4690
Fax(256) 880-4691
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateNovember 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 21, 2024
NPPES CertifiedAugust 21, 2024
✔ NPI 1942283122 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 24851
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.

250 CHATEAU DR SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Other Identifiers 1

Other51522666AL · Blue Cross Blue Shield

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. James Makemson 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 ID9931169109
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041014000860
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 01D1024336

James Makemson MD PC · Huntsville, AL
Expired · Apr 7, 2026
CLIA Number01D1024336
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateApril 8, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateApril 7, 2026
Laboratory DirectorJames Makemson MD
Laboratory Phone(251) 880-4690
Laboratory LocationJames Makemson MD PC250 Chateau Drive Sutie 210, Huntsville, AL 35801
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Name
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
605 services54 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.
370 services186 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
173 services105 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
108 services57 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.
75 services75 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
47 services37 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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

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…
100%161 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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 4

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
9 suppliers23 claims37 services$4.33 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 suppliers20 claims20 services$16.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$33.83 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 suppliers20 claims20 services$86.87 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.

DR. BALA M CHENNUPATI M.D.
Internal Medicine
250 CHATEAU DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 881-1989
EDWARD CRAIG FACUNDUS MD
Specialist
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 105
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-1977
KEVIN FRENCH MD PC
Specialist
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 220
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 881-1989
NORTHERN ALABAMA INTERNISTS, P.C.
Internal Medicine
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 235
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 503-0940
CLINIC FOR WOMEN PA
Specialist
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 145
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 533-7420
HUNTSVILLE INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES, INC
Specialist
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 220
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 881-1989
HUNTSVILLE COLON & GI CONSULTANTS,LLC
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
250 CHATEAU DR SW, SUITE 216
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 319-1620
DR. ROY BRIAN ROBERTS M.D., P.C.
Internal Medicine
250 CHATEAU DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 881-1989

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 Makemson's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Makemson is 1942283122. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 22, 2005.

Where is James Makemson located?

James Makemson practices at 250 Chateau Dr SW Ste. 210, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 880-4690.

What is James Makemson's specialty?

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

Is James Makemson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Makemson 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 Makemson accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list James Makemson 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Makemson was last updated on August 21, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.