2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1265435564 M.D.
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JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.

Specialist in SAVANNAH, Georgia. 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
744
Medicare Part D claims · 142 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$464.64
19 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in SAVANNAH, Georgia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 744 claims across 142 beneficiaries — 16% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $464.64 across 19 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 744 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 05/31/2005

NPI 1265435564

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

744 50% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Georgia

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Georgia providers

Georgia providers

Specialist share within Georgia

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Georgia

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Specialist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
100/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Specialist) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Specialist) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

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.

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JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in SAVANNAH, Georgia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1265435564. 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 BAZEMORE, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 1115 LEXINGTON AVE, SAVANNAH, GA, 31404, with a listed phone of (912) 354-4813. NPI 1265435564 was issued on 05/31/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what BAZEMORE 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 744 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 142 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $156K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 100/100 for the 2023 performance year, compared with the national average of 83.1.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

1115 LEXINGTON AVE
SAVANNAH, GA 31404

Provider Details

NPI 1265435564
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 05/31/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
96
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Individual

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. 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.

NEPHROLOGY AND HYPERTENSION MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PC
SAVANNAH, GA

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

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$465

Largest payer

Amgen Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. — brand share 16.0%
Specialty average (est.)

16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 744 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.

744
Total Claims
$156K
Total Drug Cost
142
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,529
Total Day Supply
45,290
Brand vs Generic
16% brand / 84% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$104K
Generic Drug Cost
$52K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.45
Gender Split
54% female / 46% male
Age Distribution
<65: 31, 65-74: 56, 75-84: 40, 85+: 15

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Nifedipine Er
Nifedipine
104
Carvedilol
64
Losartan Potassium
51
Sevelamer Carbonate
46
Lisinopril
39
Lokelma
Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate
34
Calcitriol
30
Potassium Chloride
26
Januvia
Sitagliptin Phosphate
24
Allopurinol
23

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

Specialist Overview

How JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s 744 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Georgia

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Georgia, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as BAZEMORE.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s specialty?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in SAVANNAH, Georgia. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. wrote 744 Medicare Part D claims totaling $156K in drug costs for 142 beneficiaries.
What is JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100. The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. located?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. is located at 1115 LEXINGTON AVE, SAVANNAH, GA, 31404. Phone: (912) 354-4813.
What is JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s NPI number?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265435564, issued on 05/31/2005.
Does JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $104K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Nifedipine Er, Carvedilol, Losartan Potassium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. accept Medicare?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 744 Part D claims and 142 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s credentials?
JAMES BAZEMORE, M.D.'s NPI is 1265435564 with credentials M.D.. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

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

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