Dr. James L Becton , MD
Orthopaedic Surgery • Augusta, GA
Notice of NPI Deactivation & Inactive Practice Status
According to official public domain records published by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) in the National Provider Identifier (NPPES) Registry, Dr. James Becton has officially deactivated this NPI record and ceased active healthcare practice.
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. James Becton, MD was a registered Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Augusta, GA. Throughout an active medical career spanning 18 years, Dr. Becton provided care at the practice location at 1120 15TH ST until profile deactivation on 2024-03-13.
Historical Medicare Part B clinical services included established patient outpatient office visit, new patient outpatient office visit. Public procedure reimbursement records and service volume details are provided below for historical transparency.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1120 15th St
Department Of Orthopedics
Augusta, GA 309120004
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Augusta, GA
Practicing in Augusta, GA (797 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
27 | 19 | $116.00 | $69.50 |
|
99203
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
23 | 23 | $212.00 | $103.15 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant (Certified)
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant
Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
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Record deactivated on March 13, 2024
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #9075 in GA)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1120 15TH ST, DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDICS, AUGUSTA, GA 309120004 (Tel: 7067212741)
Registered at 1499 WALTON WAY, SUITE 1400, AUGUSTA, GA 309012602 (Tel: 7068286410)
Recorded as JAMES BECTON, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #9075 in GA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1499 Walton Way, Suite 1400
Augusta, GA 309012602
Phone: 7068286410
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