Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Sams, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Atlanta, GA
- NPI 1720097421
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5665 Peachtree Dunwoody RD Ne
Atlanta, GA 303421701
(404) 851-7324
fax (404) 843-2627 - Mailing address
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5671 Peachtree Dunwoody RD Ne, Suite 610
Atlanta, GA 303425000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 15, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #050309
- Medicaid (2)
- GA #00913525A · GA #000913525E
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720097421. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
138
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$16,592
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 29 | 29 | $68 | |
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $60 | |
00813 |
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope | 20 | 20 | $81 | |
00790 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen | 16 | 16 | $170 | |
00670 |
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine | 13 | 13 | $301 | |
00840 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen | 13 | 13 | $174 | |
01402 |
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement | 12 | 12 | $167 | |
64447 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) | 12 | 12 | $59 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 128 peers in Atlanta Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 24. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masimo Corporation | 1 | $15.62 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Sams's medical specialty?
Dr. James Sams practices Anesthesiology Physician in Atlanta, GA.
Where does Dr. James Sams practice?
Dr. James Sams practices at 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody RD Ne, Atlanta, GA 303421701. Office phone: 4048517324.
What is Dr. James Sams's NPI?
Dr. James Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720097421, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Sams accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Sams accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Sams commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00813). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.