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Dr. Leighton James, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Nephrology Physician · Nephrology Physician · Augusta, GA
- NPI 1346202173
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1120 15Th St
Augusta, GA 309126511
(706) 721-8623
fax (706) 721-1459 - Mailing address
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1120 15Th St Ste Bi1056
Augusta, GA 309120004
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 10, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Georgia #049906 · Florida #MFC1660 · Texas #40469
- Medicaid
- TX #165654801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1346202173. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
963
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$150,692
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 391 | 132 | $77 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 188 | 38 | $343 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 100 | 33 | $287 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 67 | 50 | $84 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 55 | 36 | $48 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 51 | 27 | $116 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 45 | 43 | $127 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $126 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 15 | 15 | $81 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 12 | $56 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in this city , average services per provider: 239. This provider delivers 4.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$580
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $131.20 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 3 | $77.95 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 3 | $73.99 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 3 | $70.51 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, Inc. | 3 | $54.49 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 2 | $47.56 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 2 | $45.16 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $28.10 | |
| Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $19.08 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $15.77 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $15.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
459
Patients
96
Total drug cost
$164,843
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 82 | 26 | $35,245 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 55 | 26 | $660 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 52 | 18 | $1,505 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 32 | 13 | $303 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 32 | 13 | $1,339 |
| Metolazone | Generic | 28 | 0 | $2,030 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $22,988 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $354 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $36,559 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 20 | 0 | $193 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Leighton James's medical specialty?
Dr. Leighton James practices Nephrology Physician in Augusta, GA.
Where does Dr. Leighton James practice?
Dr. Leighton James practices at 1120 15Th St, Augusta, GA 309126511. Office phone: 7067218623.
What is Dr. Leighton James's NPI?
Dr. Leighton James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346202173, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Leighton James accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Leighton James accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Leighton James commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90961). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.