Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Palen, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Cape Girardeau, MO
- NPI 1114973161
- Accepts Medicare
- 56 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3129 Blattner Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 637036364
(573) 335-0166
fax (573) 335-7942
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 9, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1970 — 56 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #32836
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1114973161. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,448
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$109,992
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 447 | 123 | $118 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 360 | 101 | $58 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 279 | 51 | $69 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 96 | 40 | $8 | |
83037 |
Hemoglobin a1c level, by device for home use | 56 | 27 | $10 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 40 | 32 | $171 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 37 | 27 | $13 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 37 | 29 | $83 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 32 | 19 | $58 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 24 | 18 | $3 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in this city , average services per provider: 230. This provider delivers 6.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$526
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $105.41 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 5 | $83.81 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 4 | $60.80 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $54.32 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $51.58 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 2 | $39.12 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 1 | $26.16 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $22.24 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $21.22 | |
| PROTEGA PHARMACEUTIALS INC | 1 | $16.93 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 1 | $15.98 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $14.09 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 1 | $13.99 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,138
Patients
521
Total drug cost
$104,917
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 581 | 74 | $6,000 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 237 | 42 | $3,342 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 226 | 42 | $1,508 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 220 | 40 | $3,093 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 212 | 33 | $2,122 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 211 | 36 | $1,255 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 206 | 42 | $1,617 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 200 | 25 | $67,244 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 182 | 31 | $2,151 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 176 | 29 | $1,675 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Palen's medical specialty?
Dr. James Palen practices Family Medicine Physician in Cape Girardeau, MO.
Where does Dr. James Palen practice?
Dr. James Palen practices at 3129 Blattner Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 637036364. Office phone: 5733350166.
What is Dr. James Palen's NPI?
Dr. James Palen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114973161, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Palen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Palen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Palen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.