Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sara James, M.D., PH.D.
Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Anesthesiology Physician · Champaign, IL
- NPI 1558895862
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
101 W University Ave
Champaign, IL 618203981
(217) 366-5027
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 26, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208VP0014X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Illinois #036159473 · Massachusetts #281433
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558895862. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,057
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$125,847
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 2,100 | 174 | $0 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 153 | 134 | $239 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 142 | 94 | $7 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 109 | 53 | $122 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 88 | 56 | $169 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 87 | 56 | $87 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 49 | 44 | $247 | |
20552 |
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | 33 | 29 | $51 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 33 | 30 | $404 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 33 | 30 | $218 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 118. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$186
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| MML US, Inc. | 1 | $51.95 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $47.15 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 2 | $44.87 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $21.33 | |
| Vertos Medical, Inc. | 1 | $20.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
125
Patients
25
Total drug cost
$3,078
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 29 | 0 | $470 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $804 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 25 | 14 | $474 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 17 | 0 | $839 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $231 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 11 | $259 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sara James's medical specialty?
Dr. Sara James practices Interventional Pain Medicine Physician in Champaign, IL.
Where does Dr. Sara James practice?
Dr. Sara James practices at 101 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 618203981. Office phone: 2173665027.
What is Dr. Sara James's NPI?
Dr. Sara James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558895862, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sara James accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sara James accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sara James commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.