DR. JAMES E FRAME MD
NPI 1992884696
Emergency Medicine in Corpus Christi, TX

Active since November 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405(361) 902-4000(214) 712-2487 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. James E Frame Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES E FRAME MD (NPI 1992884696) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, licensed in Texas (M7194) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992884696
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES E FRAMECredential: MD
Location Address2606 HOSPITAL BLVDCorpus Christi, TX 78405-1804
Mailing Address1717 Main St, Suite 5200Dallas, TX 75201-4612 · (214) 712-2067 · Fax (214) 712-2487
Fax(214) 712-2487
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateNovember 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 2012
✔ NPI 1992884696 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · M7194✔ Licensed in IL · 036-080101
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD, Corpus Christi, TX 78405

Other Identifiers 6

OtherP00802518TX · Railroad
Medicare PIN8L20209TX
Medicare UPINE57247IL
Medicare PINTXB101954TX
Medicaid188997408TX
Medicaid188997406TX

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 E Frame Md 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 ID8123008489
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070904000050
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

16

Medicare enrollment records show James Frame reassigns Medicare billing to 16 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
600 ELIZABETH ST
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 100 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
2500 E MAIN ST
Alice, TX 78332
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 173 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
8686 NEW TRAILS DR, SUITE 100
Spring, TX 77381
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 180 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1353 N TRAVIS ST
Liberty, TX 77575
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 199 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
608 STRICKLAND DR
Orange, TX 77630
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 205 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nurse Practitioner
3301 MATLOCK RD
Arlington, TX 76015
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 454 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1114 SPENCER ST
Allen, TX 75013
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 128 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1900 HOSPITAL BLVD
Gainesville, TX 76240
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,193 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
504 LIPSCOMB ST
Bonham, TX 75418
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 105 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1602 AVENUE Q
Lubbock, TX 79401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,338 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 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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
111 services109 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
82 services81 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
53 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sherman, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450469
Location500 N Highland AvenueSherman, TX 75091 · Grayson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78405 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Emergency Medicine
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Emergency Medicine
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT-MEMORIAL
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Emergency Medicine
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Physician Assistant
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
2606 HOSPITAL BLVD
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405

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 Frame's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Frame is 1992884696. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 3, 2006.

Where is James Frame located?

James Frame practices at 2606 Hospital Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78405. The listed phone number is (361) 902-4000.

What is James Frame's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is James Frame enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Frame 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 Frame's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Frame reassigns Medicare benefits to 16 organizations: Conner Emergency Medicine Associates, PA (Corpus Christi, TX), Guadalupe Emergency Medicine Associates, PA (Alice, TX), 24 Hour Physicians, Inc (Spring, TX), Ess Of South Texas LLC (Liberty, TX), Emergency Services Of Texas PA (Orange, TX) and 11 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Frame's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does James Frame accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Health and Oscar Insurance Company list James Frame 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 Frame affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Frame is affiliated with Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Frame was last updated on March 20, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.