Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. James Birkholz, M.D.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Hershey, PA

  • NPI 1760608160
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 71.2 / 100 · 2023
  • 24 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
500 University Dr
Hershey, PA 170332360
(717) 531-8044
fax (717) 531-5596
Mailing address
Po Box 858, Mc A410
Hershey, PA 170330858

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
April 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
September 30, 2021
Year of graduation
2002 — 24 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085R0202X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Pennsylvania #MD432086
Medicaid
PA #1020089130001

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1760608160. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,100
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$69,101
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
74177 Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 274 258 $85
71260 Ct scan of chest with contrast 151 145 $52
74176 Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 149 142 $82
74018 X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 138 122 $9
71250 Ct scan of chest without contrast 71 68 $48
74183 Mri scan of abdomen before and after contrast 66 63 $103
74178 Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast 53 53 $94
74230 Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function 44 44 $25
76705 Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 26 26 $27
76770 Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 26 26 $34

In context: peer comparison

Among 27 peers in this city , average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. James Birkholz's medical specialty?
Dr. James Birkholz practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Hershey, PA.
Where does Dr. James Birkholz practice?
Dr. James Birkholz practices at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 170332360. Office phone: 7175318044.
What is Dr. James Birkholz's NPI?
Dr. James Birkholz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760608160, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Birkholz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Birkholz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Birkholz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast (HCPCS 74177); Ct scan of chest with contrast (HCPCS 71260); Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast (HCPCS 74176). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.