Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Distefano, M.D.
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Alameda, CA
- NPI 1942513882
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.9 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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947 Marina Village Pkwy
Alameda, CA 945011048
(510) 522-6637
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 28, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A103423
- Medicaid
- CA #1427081165
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942513882. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
387
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$33,545
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 109 | 21 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 93 | 65 | $153 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 89 | 70 | $109 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 72 | 50 | $87 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 24 | 24 | $134 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Alameda Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,157
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthrex, INC. | 2 | $484.30 | |
| Evolution Surgical, INC | 9 | $270.38 | |
| Miach Orthopaedics, INC. | 1 | $153.45 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 4 | $149.03 | |
| Axogen | 2 | $60.19 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $39.89 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Distefano's medical specialty?
Dr. James Distefano practices Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician in Alameda, CA.
Where does Dr. James Distefano practice?
Dr. James Distefano practices at 947 Marina Village Pkwy, Alameda, CA 945011048. Office phone: 5105226637.
What is Dr. James Distefano's NPI?
Dr. James Distefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942513882, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Distefano accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Distefano accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Distefano commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.