Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Ameika, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician · Kailua Kona, HI
- NPI 1851354393
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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75-167 Hualalai RD Ste 100
Kailua Kona, HI 967401714
(808) 331-8494
fax (855) 331-8764
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 25, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Arkansas #C-5952 · Hawaii #MD-4821
- Medicaid (2)
- MO #203580717 · AR #122185001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851354393. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,341
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$160,167
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 512 | 272 | $184 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 290 | 198 | $131 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 154 | 122 | $15 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 77 | 77 | $221 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 71 | 69 | $21 | |
93017 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) | 71 | 69 | $41 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 71 | 69 | $14 | |
93248 |
Heart rhythm review and interpretation of continous external ekg over 8-15 days | 31 | 29 | $25 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 25 | 13 | $25 | |
93246 |
Heart rhythm recording of continous external ekg over 8-15 days | 22 | 21 | $13 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 121. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,549
Patients
494
Total drug cost
$174,866
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 339 | 108 | $10,025 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 232 | 78 | $10,234 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 149 | 52 | $3,868 |
| Ezetimibe | Generic | 125 | 40 | $9,648 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 117 | 33 | $1,514 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 98 | 31 | $1,645 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 78 | 25 | $953 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 72 | 26 | $2,844 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 70 | 22 | $89,062 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 61 | 19 | $1,095 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Ameika's medical specialty?
Dr. James Ameika practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Kailua Kona, HI.
Where does Dr. James Ameika practice?
Dr. James Ameika practices at 75-167 Hualalai RD Ste 100, Kailua Kona, HI 967401714. Office phone: 8083318494.
What is Dr. James Ameika's NPI?
Dr. James Ameika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851354393, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Ameika accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Ameika accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Ameika commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.