DR. JOY JAMES
NPI 1982879136
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Boston, MA

Q: What is Joy James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joy James is 1982879136. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 29, 2008.

Q: What is Joy James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joy James was last updated on April 29, 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 April 29, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

736 CAMBRIDGE ST, BOSTON, MA 02135(617) 789-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Dr. Joy James NPPES

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

DR. JOY JAMES (NPI 1982879136) is an individual psychiatry provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (232782) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982879136

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X

Provider Legal NameDR. JOY JAMES

Location Address736 CAMBRIDGE STBoston, MA 02135-2907

Mailing Address736 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02135-2907 · (617) 789-3000

Phone(617) 789-3000

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateApril 29, 2008

✔ NPI 1982879136 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2084P0800X

License✔ Licensed in MA · 232782

Definition

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

736 CAMBRIDGE ST, Boston, MA 02135

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joy James 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 ID143492314

PECOS Enrollment IDI20111012000198, I20230130002237

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

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

Mccd Psychiatry Services PLLC

184 mi

Psychiatry

109 W 27TH ST # 5S
New York, NY 10001

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
590 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033750823 (917) 634-5311

Mccd Fl Psychiatry Services PA

1,014 mi

Psychiatry

1301 RIVERPLACE BLVD STE 800
Jacksonville, FL 32207

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida and Michigan enrollments
247 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659003457 (833) 351-8255

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 3

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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes 90833

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 30-minute session where a mental health professional talks with you about your concerns and feelings. They assess your mental health, provide support, and manage your treatment plan to help improve your well-being.

82 services19 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.

80 services20 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.

16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02135 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

$189.86 typical visit price

range $63.72 – $189.86

Typical copayment $47.46 (range $15.93 – $47.46)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$78.84 typical visit price

range $21.07 – $155.29

Typical copayment $19.71 (range $5.26 – $38.82)

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 20

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

SOOWHAN LAH M.D.

Internal Medicine

736 CAMBRIDGE ST, INTERNAL MEDICINE RESIDENCY PROGRAM - MAILBOX #13
BOSTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (503) 886-9722

DR. MAHENDRA CARPEN MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

736 CAMBRIDGE ST, DEPT. OF CARDIOLOGY
BRIGHTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-5151

MONIKA BATRA

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)

736 CAMBRIDGE ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-3000

RONYA OZTURK

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

736 CAMBRIDGE ST
BOSTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-3000

ALEXANDER H HU MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

736 CAMBRIDGE ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-3000

DR. ANAS AHMED SAMBAWAH M.D

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

736 CAMBRIDGE ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-2990

ORFEAS LIANGOS M.D.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

736 CAMBRIDGE ST, ST ELIZABETHS MED CTR
BOSTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-3100

LORI H ADCOCK M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

736 CAMBRIDGE ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135

Suffolk County (617) 789-2740

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 Joy James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joy James is 1982879136. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 29, 2008.

Where is Joy James located?

Joy James practices at 736 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02135. The listed phone number is (617) 789-3000.

What is Joy James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Joy James enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joy James 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 Joy James's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joy James reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Mccd Psychiatry Services PLLC (New York, NY) and Mccd Fl Psychiatry Services PA (Jacksonville, FL). 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 Joy James's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joy James accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Joy James 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 Joy James was last updated on April 29, 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.