Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Wharton, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatopathology Physician · Dermatopathology Physician · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1386619203
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.2 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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2195 Harrodsburg RD Ste 2
Lexington, KY 405043516
(859) 323-3376
fax (859) 323-0350 - Additional location
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13802 Lake Point Cir Ste 102
Louisville, KY 402234219
(502) 245-4450
fax (502) 245-4462 - Additional location
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2300 Hurstbourne Village Dr Ste 900
Louisville, KY 402991851
(502) 245-4450
fax (502) 245-4462 - Mailing address
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13802 Lake Point Cir Ste 102
Louisville, KY 402234219
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 28, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Kentucky #50543 · Kentucky #40543 · Arkansas #E0888
- Medicaid
- FL #012446900
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386619203. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
10,475
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,196,307
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3245 |
Injection, tildrakizumab, 1 mg | 4,701 | 21 | $132 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,812 | 312 | $6 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 818 | 489 | $65 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 583 | 480 | $83 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 521 | 396 | $48 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 322 | 271 | $84 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 316 | 250 | $558 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 235 | 127 | $373 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 220 | 197 | $98 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 110 | 62 | $46 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 207. This provider delivers 51× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$119,379
Transactions
190
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 92 | $99,671.46 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 21 | $17,875.71 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 26 | $387.33 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 11 | $375.52 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 10 | $207.54 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 5 | $138.11 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 4 | $91.72 | |
| SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC | 1 | $79.99 | |
| Almirall LLC | 4 | $70.09 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $64.13 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 3 | $59.51 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 3 | $58.88 | |
| Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. | 3 | $48.95 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, Inc. | 2 | $44.86 | |
| LEO Pharma Inc. | 2 | $40.49 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
806
Patients
489
Total drug cost
$149,531
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 156 | 108 | $2,026 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 81 | 62 | $483 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 80 | 77 | $7,708 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 77 | 46 | $4,470 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 65 | 58 | $359 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 64 | 38 | $2,234 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 47 | 30 | $280 |
| Imiquimod | Generic | 38 | 34 | $1,161 |
| Minocycline Hcl | Generic | 37 | 15 | $722 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $421 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Wharton's medical specialty?
Dr. James Wharton practices Dermatology Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. James Wharton practice?
Dr. James Wharton practices at 2195 Harrodsburg RD Ste 2, Lexington, KY 405043516. Office phone: 8593233376.
What is Dr. James Wharton's NPI?
Dr. James Wharton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386619203, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Wharton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Wharton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Wharton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, tildrakizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3245); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.