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JAMES KRISTOFER TAULBEE D.O.
NPI 1972843167
Internal Medicine in Lansing, MI

Active since February 25, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE, LANSING, MI 48912(517) 364-3380 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 12, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About James Kristofer Taulbee D.o. NPPES

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

JAMES KRISTOFER TAULBEE D.O. (NPI 1972843167) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lansing, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5101020622) and active in the NPI registry since February 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mclaren Bay Region, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972843167
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES KRISTOFER TAULBEECredential: D.O.
Location Address1215 E MICHIGAN AVELansing, MI 48912-1811
Mailing Address20 1/2 Eldredge StMount Clemens, MI 48043-5407 · (517) 980-5037
Phone(517) 364-3380
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateFebruary 25, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 12, 2016
✔ NPI 1972843167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 5101020622
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE, Lansing, MI 48912
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

James Kristofer Taulbee D.o. 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 ID6709179237
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160721001225
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 Taulbee reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Sparrow Specialty Hospital
Same address
Long Term Care Hospital
1215 E. MICHIGAN AVE, 8W TOWER
Lansing, MI 48912
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 104 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1437655842 (517) 364-2614
Sparrow Clinton Hospital
18 mi
Multi-Specialty
901 S OAKLAND ST
Saint Johns, MI 48879
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 114 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306893078 (989) 224-2338
Sparrow Ionia Hospital
19 mi
Rural Health
9751 E GRAND RIVER AVE
Portland, MI 48875
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1700820065 (Michigan)
  • 317 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295801108 (517) 647-6722
Mclaren Hospital Group
45 mi
Emergency Medicine
401 S BALLENGER HWY
Flint, MI 48532
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 444 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942026174 (810) 342-3450
Mclaren Bay Region
68 mi
Pulmonary Disease
640 S TRUMBULL ST
Bay City, MI 48708
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 250 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083974323 (989) 893-7460

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 4

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
182 services172 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
62 services61 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
38 services38 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Mclaren Bay Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay City, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230041
Location1900 Columbus AveBay City, MI 48708 · Bay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mclaren Central Michigan

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230080
Location1221 South DriveMount Pleasant, MI 48858 · Isabella County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tawas St Joseph Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tawas City, MI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number230100
Location200 HemlockTawas City, MI 48764 · Iosco County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Mary's Standish Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Standish, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number231305
Location805 W Cedar StStandish, MI 48658 · Arenac County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48912 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

DANIEL FRANCIS BOUCHARD D.O.
Family Medicine
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE, OSTEOPATHIC INTERNSHIP SPARROW HOSPITAL
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (231) 955-3360
DR. JESSICA FROST MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-5610
MR. GARRETT SMIGELSKI PA-C
Physician Assistant
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-3380
DR. AMY RENEE DRABANT DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-1000
DR. EVAN DAVID TYSON BRUCE MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-1000
JANA HAIDAR AHMAD MD
Family Medicine
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-5710
MR. ANDREW SIDNEY COOPER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-2789
MS. KARI LYN FORRO CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1215 E MICHIGAN AVE
LANSING, MI 48912
Ingham County (517) 364-2789

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 Taulbee's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Taulbee is 1972843167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 25, 2013.

Where is James Taulbee located?

James Taulbee practices at 1215 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912. The listed phone number is (517) 364-3380.

What is James Taulbee's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is James Taulbee enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Taulbee 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 Taulbee's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Taulbee reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Sparrow Specialty Hospital (Lansing, MI), Sparrow Clinton Hospital (Saint Johns, MI), Sparrow Ionia Hospital (Portland, MI), Mclaren Hospital Group (Flint, MI) and Mclaren Bay Region (Bay City, MI). 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 Taulbee's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Taulbee accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 1 other insurer list James Taulbee 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 Taulbee affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Taulbee is affiliated with Mclaren Bay Region, Mclaren Central Michigan, Tawas St Joseph Hospital and Saint Mary's Standish Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Taulbee was last updated on July 12, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.