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Dr. James Lee, M.D.
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician · Spindale, NC
- NPI 1659402139
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
393 Oak St, Suite 100
Spindale, NC 281601665
(828) 287-3928
fax (828) 286-3137
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 14, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #27480
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659402139. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
143
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$11,204
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 60 | 22 | $76 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 33 | 15 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 29 | 14 | $96 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 21 | 17 | $49 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Spindale Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,107
Patients
202
Total drug cost
$52,300
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 291 | 29 | $3,847 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 204 | 22 | $3,051 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | Generic | 179 | 25 | $4,964 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 167 | 14 | $3,987 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 158 | 17 | $11,104 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 145 | 15 | $5,081 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 133 | 16 | $2,924 |
| Benztropine Mesylate | Generic | 126 | 13 | $1,616 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 114 | 12 | $1,132 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 107 | 15 | $1,769 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Lee's medical specialty?
Dr. James Lee practices Psychiatry Physician in Spindale, NC.
Where does Dr. James Lee practice?
Dr. James Lee practices at 393 Oak St, Spindale, NC 281601665. Office phone: 8282873928.
What is Dr. James Lee's NPI?
Dr. James Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659402139, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Lee accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Lee accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Lee commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99442); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.