2026 NPPES data Anesthesiology Physician NPI 1659351385 MD
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JAMES ADAMS, MD

Anesthesiology Physician in BURLINGTON, North Carolina. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
972
Medicare Part D claims · 66 beneficiaries · Anesthesiology Physician avg: 860
Generic prescribing
99%
generic claims · 1% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: JAMES ADAMS, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in BURLINGTON, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 972 claims across 66 beneficiaries — 1% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: JAMES ADAMS, MD filed 972 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across BURLINGTON, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

JAMES ADAMS, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 3 hospital affiliations — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

JAMES ADAMS, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 01/19/2006

NPI 1659351385

Primary specialty

Anesthesiology Physician

High-volume

56,398 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

972 13% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 860

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Anesthesiology Physician compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Anesthesiology Physician share within North Carolina

1. Anesthesiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Anesthesiology Physician share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Anesthesiology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Anesthesiology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Anesthesiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Anesthesiology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JAMES ADAMS, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider practicing in BURLINGTON, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1659351385. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JAMES ADAMS, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Anesthesiology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1236 HUFFMAN MILL RD, BURLINGTON, NC, 27215, with a listed phone of (336) 585-1770. NPI 1659351385 was issued on 01/19/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ADAMS most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 972 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 66 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $53K in drug spend, split 1% brand-name and 99% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 63.8%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Anesthesiology Physician is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 56,398 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 860 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

1236 HUFFMAN MILL RD
BURLINGTON, NC 27215

Provider Details

NPI 1659351385
Specialty Anesthesiology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 01/19/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JAMES ADAMS, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

AMERICAN ANESTHESIOLOGY OF NORTH CAROLINA PLLC
BURLINGTON, NC
MOSES CONE PHYSICIAN SERVICES, INC
BURLINGTON, NC
THE MOSES H CONE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OPERATING CORPORATION
BURLINGTON, NC

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

JAMES ADAMS, MD — brand share 1.0%
Specialty average (est.)

1% brand-name claims vs 99% generic, on 972 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

972
Total Claims
$53K
Total Drug Cost
66
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,014
Total Day Supply
28,368
Brand vs Generic
1% brand / 99% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$31K
Generic Drug Cost
$22K
Opioid Claims
620 (63.8% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.04
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 22, 65-74: 28, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
196
Oxycodone Hcl
186
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen
Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen
147
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl
129
Gabapentin
60
Meloxicam
39
Tramadol Hcl
35
Methocarbamol
24
Fentanyl
22
Baclofen
20

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Anesthesiology Physician Overview

How JAMES ADAMS, MD fits within the Anesthesiology Physician landscape nationally.

56,398
Anesthesiology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Anesthesiology Physician
860
Avg Claims per Provider

JAMES ADAMS, MD's 972 claims are above the specialty average of 860.

Nearby Anesthesiology Physician Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as ADAMS.

Compare Anesthesiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES ADAMS, MD's specialty?
JAMES ADAMS, MD specializes in Anesthesiology Physician and practices in BURLINGTON, North Carolina. Credentials: MD.
How much does JAMES ADAMS, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES ADAMS, MD wrote 972 Medicare Part D claims totaling $53K in drug costs for 66 beneficiaries.
Where is JAMES ADAMS, MD located?
JAMES ADAMS, MD is located at 1236 HUFFMAN MILL RD, BURLINGTON, NC, 27215. Phone: (336) 585-1770.
What is JAMES ADAMS, MD's NPI number?
JAMES ADAMS, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659351385, issued on 01/19/2006.
Does JAMES ADAMS, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES ADAMS, MD's prescribing is 1% brand-name and 99% generic drugs by claim count, with $31K in brand drug costs.
Does JAMES ADAMS, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, JAMES ADAMS, MD had 620 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 63.8%.
How many Anesthesiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 56,398 Anesthesiology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Anesthesiology Physician provider writes 860 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JAMES ADAMS, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES ADAMS, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Oxycodone Hcl, Oxycodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES ADAMS, MD accept Medicare?
JAMES ADAMS, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 972 Part D claims and 66 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES ADAMS, MD's credentials?
JAMES ADAMS, MD's NPI is 1659351385 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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