Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Thacker, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Interventional Pain Management) · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Huntsville, AL
- NPI 1962564476
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
185 Chateau Drive, Suite 302
Huntsville, AL 358016012
(256) 885-1605
fax (256) 885-1905 - Mailing address
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185 Chateau Dr Sw Ste 302
Huntsville, AL 358017413
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 16, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #AL 13577 · Colorado #40660
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962564476. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,624
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$145,784
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,252 | 187 | $113 | |
96146 |
Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by single standardized instrument via electronic platform with automated result | 294 | 138 | $2 | |
20561 |
Insertion of needle, 3 muscles or more | 29 | 25 | $35 | |
80305 |
Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation | 28 | 13 | $12 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $138 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Huntsville Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 105. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,726
Transactions
48
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atland Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 1 | $500.00 | |
| Curonix LLC | 6 | $492.37 | |
| Scilex Pharmaceuticals INC. | 14 | $272.86 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, INC. | 14 | $174.96 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 5 | $101.70 | |
| Indivior INC. | 4 | $79.26 | |
| Protega Pharmaceutials INC | 2 | $72.43 | |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $18.59 | |
| Idorsia Pharmaceuticals US INC | 1 | $14.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
8,080
Patients
954
Total drug cost
$332,657
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 1,281 | 132 | $39,888 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 1,010 | 112 | $20,048 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 967 | 102 | $22,930 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 756 | 98 | $27,439 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 726 | 87 | $9,048 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 560 | 51 | $18,254 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 525 | 61 | $21,006 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 431 | 58 | $4,656 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 374 | 50 | $1,383 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 338 | 46 | $6,302 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Thacker's medical specialty?
Dr. James Thacker practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Huntsville, AL.
Where does Dr. James Thacker practice?
Dr. James Thacker practices at 185 Chateau Drive, Huntsville, AL 358016012. Office phone: 2568851605.
What is Dr. James Thacker's NPI?
Dr. James Thacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962564476, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Thacker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Thacker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Thacker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by single standardized instrument via electronic platform with automated result (HCPCS 96146); Insertion of needle, 3 muscles or more (HCPCS 20561). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.