2026 NPPES data Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist NPI 1508949348 D.P.M.
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JAMES VANG, D.P.M.

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in SAINT PAUL, Minnesota. 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
266
Medicare Part D claims · 111 beneficiaries · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist avg: 309
Generic prescribing
95%
generic claims · 5% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: JAMES VANG, D.P.M. is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist ([object Object]) practicing in SAINT PAUL, Minnesota with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 266 claims across 111 beneficiaries — 5% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: JAMES VANG, D.P.M. filed 266 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SAINT PAUL, Minnesota. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

JAMES VANG, D.P.M. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/23/2006

NPI 1508949348

Primary specialty

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist

Mid-sized

8,920 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

266 14% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 309

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist share within Minnesota

1. Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist share within Minnesota

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

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JAMES VANG, D.P.M. is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider practicing in SAINT PAUL, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: D.P.M.. NPI: 1508949348. 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 VANG, D.P.M. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider holding D.P.M. credentials at 225 UNIVERSITY AVE W, SAINT PAUL, MN, 55103, with a listed phone of (651) 290-2000. NPI 1508949348 was issued on 10/23/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what VANG 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 266 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 111 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $9K in drug spend, split 5% brand-name and 95% 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.

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 8,920 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 309 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

225 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55103

Provider Details

NPI 1508949348
Specialty Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist
Credentials D.P.M.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/23/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

JAMES VANG, D.P.M. — brand share 5.0%
Specialty average (est.)

5% brand-name claims vs 95% generic, on 266 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.

266
Total Claims
$9K
Total Drug Cost
111
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
272
Total Day Supply
5,273
Brand vs Generic
5% brand / 95% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$4K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
71.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.32
Gender Split
55% female / 45% male
Age Distribution
<65: 19, 65-74: 58, 75-84: 23, 85+: 11

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Diclofenac Sodium
59
Triamcinolone Acetonide
47
Prednisone
39
Colchicine
27
Ammonium Lactate
26
Uloric
Febuxostat
12

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

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Overview

How JAMES VANG, D.P.M. fits within the Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist landscape nationally.

8,920
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Providers in US
53
States with Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist
309
Avg Claims per Provider

JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s 266 claims are below the specialty average of 309.

Nearby Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist Providers in Minnesota

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

Compare Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s specialty?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M. specializes in Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist and practices in SAINT PAUL, Minnesota. Credentials: D.P.M..
How much does JAMES VANG, D.P.M. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES VANG, D.P.M. wrote 266 Medicare Part D claims totaling $9K in drug costs for 111 beneficiaries.
Where is JAMES VANG, D.P.M. located?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M. is located at 225 UNIVERSITY AVE W, SAINT PAUL, MN, 55103. Phone: (651) 290-2000.
What is JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s NPI number?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508949348, issued on 10/23/2006.
Does JAMES VANG, D.P.M. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s prescribing is 5% brand-name and 95% generic drugs by claim count, with $4K in brand drug costs.
How many Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist providers are there in the US?
There are 8,920 Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist providers across 53 states in the US. The average Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider writes 309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JAMES VANG, D.P.M. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Diclofenac Sodium, Triamcinolone Acetonide, Prednisone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES VANG, D.P.M. accept Medicare?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M. appears in CMS Medicare data with 266 Part D claims and 111 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s credentials?
JAMES VANG, D.P.M.'s NPI is 1508949348 with credentials D.P.M.. 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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