Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Palmer, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1447287339
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.5 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3400 Spruce Street, 5 Silverstein Building
Philadelphia, PA 191044206
(215) 662-2777
fax (215) 662-4613
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 3, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD074245
- Medicaid
- PA #0018659070001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447287339. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,199
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$273,698
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 412 | 276 | $68 | |
31237 |
Biopsy or removal of nasal polyp or tissue using an endoscope | 184 | 74 | $246 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 175 | 132 | $101 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 149 | 124 | $68 | |
61782 |
Computer-assisted procedure outside membrane covering brain | 54 | 48 | $182 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 52 | 52 | $139 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 33 | 30 | $149 | |
31259 |
Removal of tissue from sphenoid sinus using an endoscope | 30 | 30 | $765 | |
31267 |
Removal of nasal sinus tissue using an endoscope | 30 | 30 | $319 | |
31276 |
Exploration of nasal sinus using an endoscope | 30 | 30 | $508 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 27 peers in this city , average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$55,560
Transactions
53
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optinose US, Inc. | 13 | $36,550.15 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 15 | $15,096.98 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 6 | $1,945.12 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 8 | $1,019.64 | |
| 3-D Matrix, Inc. | 1 | $238.01 | |
| AERIN MEDICAL INC. | 1 | $235.87 | |
| Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 5 | $224.38 | |
| Acclarent, Inc | 1 | $148.24 | |
| Baxter Healthcare | 2 | $81.87 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $19.31 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
293
Patients
146
Total drug cost
$24,271
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 55 | 45 | $318 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 37 | 31 | $492 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 33 | 21 | $551 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 32 | 12 | $1,300 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 31 | 12 | $223 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $461 |
| Xhance (Fluticasone Propionate) | Brand | 26 | 12 | $17,023 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 24 | 13 | $709 |
| Olopatadine Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $1,689 |
| Acetazolamide Er (Acetazolamide) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $1,506 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Palmer's medical specialty?
Dr. James Palmer practices Otolaryngology Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. James Palmer practice?
Dr. James Palmer practices at 3400 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 191044206. Office phone: 2156622777.
What is Dr. James Palmer's NPI?
Dr. James Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447287339, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Palmer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Palmer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Palmer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope (HCPCS 31231); Biopsy or removal of nasal polyp or tissue using an endoscope (HCPCS 31237); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.