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Dr. James Taterka, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Flourtown, PA
- NPI 1528012531
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1811 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA 190311111
(215) 402-0800
fax (215) 402-0449
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 29, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD041826E
- Medicaid
- PA #1223145
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528012531. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,632
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$179,005
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 419 | 29 | $49 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 224 | 29 | $65 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 205 | 147 | $93 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 163 | 162 | $258 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 86 | 75 | $133 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 83 | 83 | $189 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 75 | 75 | $115 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 54 | 54 | $189 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 46 | 46 | $117 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 45 | 45 | $173 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Flourtown Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,184
Transactions
62
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 24 | $330.82 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 8 | $187.48 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 5 | $108.64 | |
| Celltrion USA INC. | 3 | $80.76 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 4 | $68.19 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 4 | $63.54 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $63.43 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $44.56 | |
| Laborie Medical Technologies Corp. | 1 | $37.73 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $36.45 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 2 | $30.87 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $27.16 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo INC. | 1 | $24.97 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $22.69 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $20.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,031
Patients
241
Total drug cost
$1,016,876
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 269 | 79 | $4,293 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 256 | 63 | $4,117 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 122 | 43 | $1,567 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 86 | 20 | $1,634 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 51 | 13 | $32,549 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 40 | 11 | $22,920 |
| Stelara (Ustekinumab) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $867,265 |
| Balsalazide Disodium | Generic | 31 | 0 | $10,802 |
| Mesalamine ER (Mesalamine) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $9,837 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $748 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Taterka's medical specialty?
Dr. James Taterka practices Gastroenterology Physician in Flourtown, PA.
Where does Dr. James Taterka practice?
Dr. James Taterka practices at 1811 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA 190311111. Office phone: 2154020800.
What is Dr. James Taterka's NPI?
Dr. James Taterka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528012531, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Taterka accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Taterka accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Taterka commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.