Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Bragg, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · New Orleans, LA
- NPI 1679530562
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 701212429
(504) 842-4000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD023570
- Medicaid
- LA #1547816
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679530562. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
611
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$41,853
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 252 | 146 | $95 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 248 | 23 | $50 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 56 | 52 | $65 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 55 | 16 | $34 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 101 peers in New Orleans Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 8.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,164
Patients
1,275
Total drug cost
$45,648
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 964 | 282 | $11,558 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 626 | 185 | $3,280 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 294 | 86 | $4,801 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 267 | 77 | $2,964 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 253 | 76 | $2,672 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 236 | 72 | $2,114 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 213 | 69 | $3,886 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 212 | 68 | $3,177 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 195 | 65 | $837 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 194 | 62 | $3,356 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Bragg's medical specialty?
Dr. James Bragg practices Internal Medicine Physician in New Orleans, LA.
Where does Dr. James Bragg practice?
Dr. James Bragg practices at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 701212429. Office phone: 5048424000.
What is Dr. James Bragg's NPI?
Dr. James Bragg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679530562, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Bragg accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Bragg accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Bragg commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.