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Dr. James Helmer, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Ventura, CA
- NPI 1417984279
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.2 / 100 · 2023
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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3291 Loma Vista Road, Medical Education
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 652-6228 - Additional location
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300 Hillmont Ave Ste 201
Ventura, CA 930031651
(805) 652-6100 - Mailing address
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170 Viewpoint Cir
Ventura, CA 930031349
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 13, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A78270
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417984279. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
203
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$24,209
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 44 | $139 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 47 | 45 | $135 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 34 | 16 | $80 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 15 | 15 | $98 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 15 | 15 | $103 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 11 | 11 | $79 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Ventura Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 6.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
501
Patients
83
Total drug cost
$9,232
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 57 | 19 | $1,143 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 53 | 15 | $878 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 49 | 16 | $607 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 47 | 11 | $695 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 40 | 11 | $772 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 35 | 11 | $901 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 33 | 0 | $410 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 31 | 0 | $739 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 29 | 0 | $338 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 24 | 0 | $425 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Helmer's medical specialty?
Dr. James Helmer practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in Ventura, CA.
Where does Dr. James Helmer practice?
Dr. James Helmer practices at 3291 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, CA 93003. Office phone: 8056526228.
What is Dr. James Helmer's NPI?
Dr. James Helmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417984279, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Helmer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Helmer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Helmer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.