Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Hughey, D.O.
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Huntsville, AL
- NPI 1033438825
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 74.7 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
927 Franklin St Se
Huntsville, AL 358014306
(256) 539-2728
fax (256) 539-2666
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 6, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #DO1426
- Medicaid
- AL #162805
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033438825. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,450
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$206,473
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 2,515 | 308 | $1 | |
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 864 | 11 | $9 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 520 | 319 | $66 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 421 | 259 | $37 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 420 | 315 | $84 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 200 | 145 | $30 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 179 | 152 | $116 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 70 | 70 | $104 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 58 | 58 | $157 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 45 | 45 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Huntsville Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 365. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$231
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Surgical, LLC | 1 | $156.15 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 1 | $74.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
595
Patients
391
Total drug cost
$4,115
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 113 | 63 | $553 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 76 | 42 | $326 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 68 | 48 | $470 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 65 | 48 | $246 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 60 | 57 | $687 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 53 | 36 | $113 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 43 | 21 | $695 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 35 | 24 | $56 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 22 | 11 | $271 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 21 | 15 | $169 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Hughey's medical specialty?
Dr. James Hughey practices Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician in Huntsville, AL.
Where does Dr. James Hughey practice?
Dr. James Hughey practices at 927 Franklin St Se, Huntsville, AL 358014306. Office phone: 2565392728.
What is Dr. James Hughey's NPI?
Dr. James Hughey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033438825, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Hughey accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Hughey accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Hughey commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.