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Dr. James Ezi-Ashi, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Hepatology Physician · Cookeville, TN
- NPI 1063473569
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 53.0 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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438 N Whitney Ave
Cookeville, TN 38501
(931) 783-2616
fax (931) 783-2610 - Additional location
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2501 Shenango Valley Fwy Ste 3
Hermitage, PA 161482536
(724) 983-0223
fax (724) 983-1317 - Mailing address
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140 W 7Th St
Cookeville, TN 385011726
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 26, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Tennessee #58011 · Pennsylvania #MD417825
- Medicaid (2)
- PA #0018864890001 · OH #2413990
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063473569. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,124
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$134,637
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 192 | 179 | $91 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 178 | 144 | $84 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 143 | 143 | $226 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 79 | 68 | $118 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 79 | 76 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 61 | 61 | $154 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 57 | 56 | $160 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 49 | 49 | $167 | |
43450 |
Dilation of esophagus | 46 | 41 | $36 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $98 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Cookeville Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$32
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $32.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,417
Patients
695
Total drug cost
$329,350
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 365 | 177 | $5,183 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 295 | 175 | $20,598 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 232 | 130 | $15,908 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 107 | 103 | $17,838 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 78 | 36 | $1,004 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 62 | 18 | $48,472 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 57 | 32 | $8,060 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 48 | 0 | $142,050 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 42 | 0 | $22,490 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $9,750 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Ezi-Ashi's medical specialty?
Dr. James Ezi-Ashi practices Gastroenterology Physician in Cookeville, TN.
Where does Dr. James Ezi-Ashi practice?
Dr. James Ezi-Ashi practices at 438 N Whitney Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501. Office phone: 9317832616.
What is Dr. James Ezi-Ashi's NPI?
Dr. James Ezi-Ashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063473569, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Ezi-Ashi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Ezi-Ashi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Ezi-Ashi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.