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Dr. James Aicardi, PA-C
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · San Francisco, CA
- NPI 1528557568
- Accepts Medicare
- 8 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
3838 California St Rm 715
San Francisco, CA 941181509
(415) 668-8010
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 22, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #PA55550
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528557568. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,536
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$153,218
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 381 | 299 | $91 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 268 | 244 | $128 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 132 | 132 | $57 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 120 | 120 | $175 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 93 | 93 | $112 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 70 | 64 | $60 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 65 | 45 | $58 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 56 | 38 | $44 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 41 | 31 | $37 | |
72141 |
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast | 37 | 37 | $152 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in San Francisco Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
830
Patients
498
Total drug cost
$11,064
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 253 | 119 | $3,322 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 113 | 54 | $3,723 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 98 | 55 | $502 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 97 | 75 | $1,042 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 75 | 73 | $732 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 74 | 55 | $549 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 43 | 17 | $270 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 42 | 21 | $744 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 18 | 18 | $15 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 17 | 11 | $164 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Aicardi's medical specialty?
Dr. James Aicardi practices Surgical Physician Assistant in San Francisco, CA.
Where does Dr. James Aicardi practice?
Dr. James Aicardi practices at 3838 California St Rm 715, San Francisco, CA 941181509. Office phone: 4156688010.
What is Dr. James Aicardi's NPI?
Dr. James Aicardi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528557568, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Aicardi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Aicardi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Aicardi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views (HCPCS 72110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.