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Dr. James Grimes, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1215040845
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9330 Stockdale Hwy, Suite 600
Bakersfield, CA 933113614
(661) 324-2491
fax (661) 324-1045
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 26, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G54924
- Medicaid
- CA #GR0045300
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215040845. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
430
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$58,372
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 125 | 92 | $94 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 90 | 36 | $1 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 49 | 49 | $173 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 40 | 40 | $117 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 39 | 26 | $72 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 29 | $130 | |
29826 |
Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope | 22 | 22 | $166 | |
29824 |
Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope | 21 | 21 | $401 | |
29827 |
Repair of shoulder rotator cuff using an endoscope | 13 | 13 | $1,108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 214. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$27
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Medical Associates, Inc. | 1 | $27.19 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
138
Patients
93
Total drug cost
$2,591
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 63 | 46 | $700 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 16 | 16 | $101 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $467 |
| Scopolamine | Generic | 16 | 16 | $1,137 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 15 | 15 | $86 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $100 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Grimes's medical specialty?
Dr. James Grimes practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. James Grimes practice?
Dr. James Grimes practices at 9330 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 933113614. Office phone: 6613242491.
What is Dr. James Grimes's NPI?
Dr. James Grimes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215040845, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Grimes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Grimes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Grimes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.