James Frederick Bartscher, M.D.

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

James Frederick Bartscher is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Edmonds, WA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(206) 215-2520Edmonds, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across WA can see James Frederick Bartscher, M.D. in person in Edmonds or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2007 — over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke. CMS MIPS quality score: 82.84/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 18% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 211 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in WASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Edmonds22+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 978dNPPES updated 2023-09-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

21601 76th Ave W, Edmonds, WA 98026-7507

Fax: (206) 215-6364
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

82.84/100

Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

59

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Stroke / TIA.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Stroke / TIA
Higher than avg (+62%)75%

Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention

US avg: 13.4%

↑ More patients than average (+62%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+7%)56%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+17%)39%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)31%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+9%)31%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-3%)31%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Sep 18, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 22 years in practice

    Experienced

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 25608, Salt Lake City, UT 84125-0608

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James Frederick Bartscher

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with James Frederick Bartscher for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Edmonds required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James Frederick Bartscher

Dr. Bartscher is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Edmonds, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 215-2520.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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