Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Karegeannes, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1932156148
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.4 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
129 McDowell St
Asheville, NC 288014434
(828) 258-8800
fax (828) 281-7178
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 31, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #0036544 · North Carolina #36544
- Medicaid
- NC #891192U
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1932156148. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,261
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$369,234
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7318 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 3,660 | 43 | $6 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,494 | 167 | $1 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 491 | 318 | $38 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 346 | 243 | $69 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 184 | 161 | $86 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 160 | 132 | $43 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 157 | 146 | $54 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 115 | 109 | $50 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 112 | 112 | $159 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 91 | 90 | $123 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in this city , average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 67× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$181
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 1 | $128.58 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $18.34 | |
| Fidia Pharma USA Inc. | 1 | $17.69 | |
| Inari Medical, Inc. | 1 | $15.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
732
Patients
511
Total drug cost
$14,212
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 261 | 177 | $1,780 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 122 | 90 | $710 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 55 | 39 | $474 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 50 | 48 | $322 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 46 | 37 | $68 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 33 | 16 | $1,224 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 32 | 14 | $260 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 32 | 27 | $187 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 29 | 11 | $263 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 25 | 22 | $8,648 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Karegeannes's medical specialty?
Dr. James Karegeannes practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. James Karegeannes practice?
Dr. James Karegeannes practices at 129 McDowell St, Asheville, NC 288014434. Office phone: 8282588800.
What is Dr. James Karegeannes's NPI?
Dr. James Karegeannes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932156148, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Karegeannes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Karegeannes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Karegeannes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, durolane, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7318); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); X-ray of knee, 3 views (HCPCS 73562). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.