Dr. James Fonger, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
21+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. James Fonger
James Fonger, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Atlanta, GA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
48
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1978
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 216178 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. James Fonger
With 21 years of practice, Dr. James Fonger is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 1978. Dr. currently practices at North Perimeter Anesthesia Llc in Atlanta, Georgia. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497736797, 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 Dr. James Fonger as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 218 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 1K 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 Dr. James Fonger received $670 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
$670
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.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 30342
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. James Fonger
What does Dr. James Fonger specialize in?
Dr. James Fonger specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. James Fonger practice?
Dr. James Fonger practices at North Perimeter Anesthesia Llc in Atlanta, Georgia.
Does Dr. James Fonger accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. James Fonger accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 218 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. James Fonger's NPI number?
Dr. James Fonger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497736797. 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 Dr. James Fonger been practicing?
Dr. James Fonger has approximately 21 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1978.