Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Watkins, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Indianapolis, IN
- NPI 1326002395
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
550 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 462025149
(317) 948-4978
fax (317) 944-2751 - Additional location
-
1701 N Senate Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 462021239
(888) 484-3258 - Mailing address
-
250 N Shadeland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 462194959
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Indiana #01053715A
- Medicaid
- IN #200317870
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326002395. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
320
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$51,552
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74328 |
Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope | 81 | 57 | $21 | |
43264 |
Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope | 61 | 44 | $98 | |
43274 |
Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 50 | 36 | $327 | |
43276 |
Replacement of stent in pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 33 | 14 | $315 | |
43275 |
Removal of stent from pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 27 | 27 | $332 | |
74329 |
Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into pancreatic duct using an endoscope | 19 | 12 | $22 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 18 | 11 | $74 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 17 | 17 | $162 | |
43277 |
Balloon dilation of pancreatic or bile duct or sphincter using a flexible endoscope | 14 | 12 | $258 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 41 peers in this city , average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 4.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$34
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $34.39 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Watkins's medical specialty?
Dr. James Watkins practices Gastroenterology Physician in Indianapolis, IN.
Where does Dr. James Watkins practice?
Dr. James Watkins practices at 550 University Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 462025149. Office phone: 3179484978.
What is Dr. James Watkins's NPI?
Dr. James Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326002395, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Watkins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Watkins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Watkins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope (HCPCS 74328); Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43264); Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43274). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.