2026 NPPES data Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician NPI 1538712575 FNP-BC
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SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in ATLANTA, 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
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 290 beneficiaries · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
43%
generic claims · 57% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
92.2614/100
▲ 9 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician ([object Object]) practicing in ATLANTA, Georgia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 290 beneficiaries — 57% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 92.2614/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC reported a CMS MIPS final score of 92.2614 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,690 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/18/2019

NPI 1538712575

Primary specialty

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician

Mid-sized

7,852 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,690 36% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,639

MIPS final score

92.2614/100 9.1614% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Georgia

How Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician compares to other specialties among Georgia providers

Georgia providers

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within Georgia

1. Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within Georgia

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
92.2614/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician) — 92.2614/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%92.3%
MIPS final score (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician) — 92.2614/100 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.

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).

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider practicing in ATLANTA, Georgia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: FNP-BC. NPI: 1538712575. 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.

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider holding FNP-BC credentials at 550 PEACHTREE ST NE, ATLANTA, GA, 30308, with a listed phone of (404) 999-9999. NPI 1538712575 was issued on 07/18/2019. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what JAMES 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 1,690 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 290 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $1.2 million in drug spend, split 57% brand-name and 43% 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 92.2614/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 73.8353), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 7,852 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 2,639 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

550 PEACHTREE ST NE
ATLANTA, GA 30308

Provider Details

NPI 1538712575
Specialty Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
Credentials FNP-BC
Gender Female
NPI Issued 07/18/2019

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

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

92.2614
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
73.8353
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC — brand share 57.0%
Specialty average (est.)

57% brand-name claims vs 43% generic, on 1,690 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.

1,690
Total Claims
$1.2M
Total Drug Cost
290
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,833
Total Day Supply
113,163
Brand vs Generic
57% brand / 43% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$1.2M
Generic Drug Cost
$12K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
67.2 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.19
Gender Split
58% female / 42% male
Age Distribution
<65: 84, 65-74: 136, 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
Ozempic
Semaglutide
88
Mounjaro
Tirzepatide
85
Jardiance
Empagliflozin
79
Glipizide Er
Glipizide
69
Novolog Flexpen
Insulin Aspart
68
Trulicity
Dulaglutide
68
Atorvastatin Calcium
56
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
56
Metformin Hcl
42
Januvia
Sitagliptin Phosphate
34

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

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Overview

How SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC fits within the Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician landscape nationally.

7,852
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in US
54
States with Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
2,639
Avg Claims per Provider

SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's 1,690 claims are below the specialty average of 2,639.

Nearby Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in Georgia

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

Compare Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's specialty?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician and practices in ATLANTA, Georgia. Credentials: FNP-BC.
How much does SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC wrote 1,690 Medicare Part D claims totaling $1.2M in drug costs for 290 beneficiaries.
What is SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's Medicare quality score?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 92.2614/100 (Quality: 73.8353). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC located?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC is located at 550 PEACHTREE ST NE, ATLANTA, GA, 30308. Phone: (404) 999-9999.
What is SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's NPI number?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538712575, issued on 07/18/2019.
Does SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's prescribing is 57% brand-name and 43% generic drugs by claim count, with $1.2M in brand drug costs.
How many Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 7,852 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider writes 2,639 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Ozempic, Mounjaro, Jardiance. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC accept Medicare?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,690 Part D claims and 290 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's credentials?
SHEKITA JAMES, FNP-BC's NPI is 1538712575 with credentials FNP-BC. 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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