Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Lesher, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Castro Valley, CA
- NPI 1689963118
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
19845 Lake Chabot RD Ste 200
Castro Valley, CA 945464055
(510) 538-5500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 7, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A126205
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689963118. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
560
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$71,418
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 285 | 150 | $88 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 102 | 64 | $229 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 64 | 63 | $144 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 53 | 37 | $131 | |
99292 |
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes | 30 | 28 | $115 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 26 | 25 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 9.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
14
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$63
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $63 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Lesher's medical specialty?
Dr. James Lesher practices Surgery Physician in Castro Valley, CA.
Where does Dr. James Lesher practice?
Dr. James Lesher practices at 19845 Lake Chabot RD Ste 200, Castro Valley, CA 945464055. Office phone: 5105385500.
What is Dr. James Lesher's NPI?
Dr. James Lesher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689963118, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Lesher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Lesher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Lesher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.