Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Sykes, D.O.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1649277468
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.7 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5901 Westown Pkwy, Suite 210
West des Moines, IA 502668218
(515) 221-9222
fax (515) 221-0575
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 29, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #1941
- Medicaid
- IA #2017186
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649277468. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
889
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$32,051
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 686 | 61 | $1 | |
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 44 | 44 | $114 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 32 | 20 | $238 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 26 | 19 | $235 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 23 | 13 | $190 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 22 | 20 | $114 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 21 | 17 | $52 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 20 | 17 | $84 | |
00145 |
Anesthesia for retinal surgery | 15 | 15 | $195 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$150
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SI-BONE, INC. | 3 | $74.31 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $26.64 | |
| Vertos Medical, Inc. | 1 | $18.10 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $17.16 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $13.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
271
Patients
31
Total drug cost
$11,098
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 50 | 20 | $1,463 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 36 | 0 | $651 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $1,334 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 26 | 0 | $529 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 24 | 0 | $917 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $1,542 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $838 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $2,343 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 13 | 11 | $171 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $888 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Sykes's medical specialty?
Dr. James Sykes practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. James Sykes practice?
Dr. James Sykes practices at 5901 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502668218. Office phone: 5152219222.
What is Dr. James Sykes's NPI?
Dr. James Sykes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649277468, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Sykes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Sykes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Sykes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.