Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Wheeless, M.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Dallas, TX
- NPI 1891086880
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.5 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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12222 Merit Dr Ste 600
Dallas, TX 752513294
(972) 715-5000
fax (972) 715-9976 - Additional location
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6606 Lbj Fwy, Ste 200
Dallas, TX 752406533 - Mailing address
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Po Box 840853
Dallas, TX 752840865
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 2, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #Q4874
- Medicaid
- TX #362623601
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891086880. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
686
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$91,670
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36620 |
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin | 142 | 141 | $43 | |
36556 |
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) | 131 | 124 | $81 | |
00560 |
Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels | 67 | 67 | $454 | |
93312 |
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report | 51 | 51 | $103 | |
93320 |
Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers | 51 | 51 | $17 | |
93325 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function | 51 | 51 | $3 | |
93503 |
Insertion of tube in pulmonary artery for monitoring | 38 | 38 | $84 | |
00562 |
Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels using heart-lung machine (1 year or older) | 37 | 37 | $822 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 37 | 37 | $30 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 35 | 33 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 430 peers in Dallas Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$46
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atricure, INC. | 1 | $46.20 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Wheeless's medical specialty?
Dr. James Wheeless practices Anesthesiology Physician in Dallas, TX.
Where does Dr. James Wheeless practice?
Dr. James Wheeless practices at 12222 Merit Dr Ste 600, Dallas, TX 752513294. Office phone: 9727155000.
What is Dr. James Wheeless's NPI?
Dr. James Wheeless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891086880, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Wheeless accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Wheeless accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Wheeless commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin (HCPCS 36620); Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) (HCPCS 36556); Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels (HCPCS 00560). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.