Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Wheless, MD
Neurology With Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (CMS: Pediatric Medicine) · Memphis, TN
- NPI 1659337855
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
848 Adams Ave., Ste. L400
Memphis, TN 38105
(901) 287-7337
fax (901) 287-4540 - Mailing address
-
850 Poplar Ave, Bldg 2
Memphis, TN 381054607
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 28, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0402X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #39646
- Medicaid
- TN #3328710
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659337855. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
22
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,654
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 22 | 18 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$176,337
Transactions
245
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC. | 63 | $49,339.16 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 59 | $30,666.68 | |
| UCB SA | 4 | $28,050.00 | |
| SK Life Science, Inc. | 18 | $17,436.01 | |
| Neurelis, Inc. | 26 | $17,066.91 | |
| LivaNova USA, Inc. | 27 | $15,399.23 | |
| BIOCODEX, INC. | 17 | $6,681.39 | |
| Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 10 | $6,294.53 | |
| UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES LLC | 9 | $2,080.12 | |
| NOBELPHARMA AMERICA, LLC | 1 | $1,290.00 | |
| H. Lundbeck A S | 4 | $1,202.68 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $480.00 | |
| NEUROPACE, INC. | 4 | $197.13 | |
| Monteris Medical Corporation | 1 | $114.64 | |
| Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $19.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
319
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$253,301
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felbamate | Generic | 37 | 0 | $20,141 |
| Zonisamide | Generic | 36 | 0 | $1,934 |
| Lamotrigine Er (Lamotrigine) | Brand | 30 | 0 | $15,539 |
| Levetiracetam Er (Levetiracetam) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $2,964 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 22 | 0 | $149 |
| Ethosuximide | Generic | 22 | 0 | $1,466 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 20 | 0 | $1,293 |
| Xcopri (Cenobamate) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $27,943 |
| Oxtellar Xr (Oxcarbazepine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $38,256 |
| Everolimus | Generic | 16 | 0 | $134,513 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Wheless's medical specialty?
Dr. James Wheless practices Neurology With Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician in Memphis, TN.
Where does Dr. James Wheless practice?
Dr. James Wheless practices at 848 Adams Ave., Memphis, TN 38105. Office phone: 9012877337.
What is Dr. James Wheless's NPI?
Dr. James Wheless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659337855, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Wheless accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Wheless accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Wheless commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.