Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Phelps, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1376751131
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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21 Turtle Creek Dr
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-4555
fax (828) 350-2464 - Mailing address
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Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 271570001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 10, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #201300078 · New York #261314-1
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376751131. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
840
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$40,517
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 322 | 57 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 118 | 82 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 101 | 72 | $86 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 67 | 67 | $106 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 54 | 36 | $38 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 54 | 44 | $35 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 34 | 27 | $51 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 32 | 28 | $35 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 17 | 11 | $42 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 16 | 15 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Asheville Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 124. This provider delivers 6.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
180
Patients
100
Total drug cost
$753
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 34 | $183 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 37 | 33 | $61 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 33 | 21 | $142 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 17 | 12 | $71 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $72 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 13 | 0 | $114 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $34 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $75 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Phelps's medical specialty?
Dr. James Phelps practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. James Phelps practice?
Dr. James Phelps practices at 21 Turtle Creek Dr, Asheville, NC 28803. Office phone: 8282744555.
What is Dr. James Phelps's NPI?
Dr. James Phelps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376751131, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Phelps accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Phelps accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Phelps commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.