Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Caress, MD
Clinical Neurophysiology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Winston Salem, NC
- NPI 1184600264
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.3 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Medical Center Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 271570001
(336) 716-2255
fax (336) 716-9016 - Mailing address
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Po Box 344
Winston Salem, NC 271020344
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 12, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0600X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9600478
- Medicaid (4)
- NC #8921113 · VA #6104312 · WV #9801214000 · SC #Q00478
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184600264. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
329
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$28,616
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 60 | 38 | $134 | |
76882 |
Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels | 41 | 33 | $32 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 41 | 35 | $95 | |
95885 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, limited study | 31 | 24 | $17 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 26 | 26 | $44 | |
95908 |
Nerve conduction, 3-4 studies | 20 | 20 | $63 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 13 | $87 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 18 | 14 | $139 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 17 | 13 | $77 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 16 | 14 | $116 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Winston Salem Clinical Neurophysiology Physician, average services per provider: 25. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$335
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biogen, INC. | 4 | $189.78 | |
| Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, INC. | 3 | $96.02 | |
| Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $49.09 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,008
Patients
167
Total drug cost
$5,530,539
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radicava Ors (Edaravone) | Brand | 226 | 26 | $3,172,111 |
| Riluzole | Generic | 160 | 39 | $19,631 |
| Relyvrio (Sod Phenylbutyrat/Taurursodiol) | Brand | 156 | 33 | $1,934,386 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 87 | 20 | $924 |
| Glycopyrrolate | Generic | 66 | 22 | $3,107 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 62 | 15 | $2,602 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 39 | 0 | $2,104 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 38 | 0 | $434 |
| Pyridostigmine Bromide | Generic | 35 | 12 | $3,927 |
| Mexiletine Hcl | Generic | 33 | 0 | $4,479 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Caress's medical specialty?
Dr. James Caress practices Clinical Neurophysiology Physician in Winston Salem, NC.
Where does Dr. James Caress practice?
Dr. James Caress practices at Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 271570001. Office phone: 3367162255.
What is Dr. James Caress's NPI?
Dr. James Caress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184600264, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Caress accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Caress accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Caress commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels (HCPCS 76882); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.