Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ernest James, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Kenner, LA
- NPI 1568438745
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 W Esplanade Ave
Kenner, LA 700652489
(504) 464-2940
fax (504) 464-2941 - Mailing address
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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 10, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.025871
- Medicaid
- LA #1042714
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568438745. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
197
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$24,513
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 49 | 24 | $118 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 42 | 17 | $79 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 37 | 35 | $114 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 33 | 31 | $169 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 22 | 11 | $214 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 14 | 13 | $66 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 123. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexcom, Inc. | 1 | $17.21 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,261
Patients
249
Total drug cost
$59,821
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 147 | 35 | $1,545 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 145 | 20 | $1,117 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 110 | 18 | $44,969 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 107 | 20 | $1,504 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 102 | 24 | $1,036 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 86 | 14 | $1,456 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 73 | 11 | $837 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 66 | 14 | $814 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 65 | 22 | $2,135 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 65 | 15 | $1,044 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ernest James's medical specialty?
Dr. Ernest James practices Family Medicine Physician in Kenner, LA.
Where does Dr. Ernest James practice?
Dr. Ernest James practices at 200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA 700652489. Office phone: 5044642940.
What is Dr. Ernest James's NPI?
Dr. Ernest James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568438745, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ernest James accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ernest James accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ernest James commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.