Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Asha James, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Columbia, SC
- NPI 1669445235
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.2 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3600 Forest Dr Ste 400
Columbia, SC 292044057
(803) 779-7316
fax (803) 343-2538
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #22241
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669445235. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,711
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$193,071
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,290 | 222 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 819 | 609 | $85 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 498 | 322 | $45 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 399 | 286 | $86 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 229 | 105 | $47 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 128 | 107 | $100 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 94 | 83 | $53 | |
17262 |
Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm | 44 | 34 | $144 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 24 | 21 | $120 | |
12032 |
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | 23 | 20 | $271 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Columbia Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 333. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$582
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 11 | $252.40 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 5 | $107.83 | |
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $102.34 | |
| Leo Pharma INC. | 1 | $29.18 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $28.99 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $23.46 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $20.00 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, INC. | 1 | $18.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
383
Patients
269
Total drug cost
$11,767
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 86 | 66 | $4,444 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 63 | 52 | $403 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 50 | 46 | $446 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 30 | 19 | $1,927 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 27 | 15 | $728 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 25 | 17 | $981 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 17 | 14 | $298 |
| Desonide | Generic | 16 | 16 | $294 |
| Econazole Nitrate | Generic | 16 | 13 | $627 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 15 | 11 | $365 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Asha James's medical specialty?
Dr. Asha James practices Dermatology Physician in Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Asha James practice?
Dr. Asha James practices at 3600 Forest Dr Ste 400, Columbia, SC 292044057. Office phone: 8037797316.
What is Dr. Asha James's NPI?
Dr. Asha James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669445235, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Asha James accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Asha James accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Asha James commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.