James Bales, M.D./PH.D.
Neurosurgery
14+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About James Bales
James Bales, M.D./PH.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Anchorage, AK.
Specialty Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
15
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
NeurosurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2011
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | ML 60286825 | Neurological Surgery | — |
| Alaska | 1413472 | Neurological Surgery |
Public Data Summary for James Bales
With 14 years of practice, James Bales is an established neurosurgery provider, M.D./PH.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2011. James currently practices at Anchorage Women's Clinic At Providence Llc in Anchorage, Alaska. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386910578, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows James Bales as a lower-volume neurosurgery provider, treating approximately 226 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 675 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that James Bales received $69 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$69
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Neurosurgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 99508
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about James Bales
What does James Bales specialize in?
James Bales specializes in Neurosurgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Neurological Surgery.
Where does James Bales practice?
James Bales practices at Anchorage Women's Clinic At Providence Llc in Anchorage, Alaska.
Does James Bales accept Medicare?
CMS records show that James Bales accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 226 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is James Bales's NPI number?
James Bales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386910578. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has James Bales been practicing?
James Bales has approximately 14 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2011.