James Ryan Conner, M.D.

Surgery

James Ryan Conner is a Surgery specialist based in Sheffield, AL with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(256) 386-1125Sheffield, AL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across AL can see James Ryan Conner, M.D. in person in Sheffield or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Mercer University School of Medicine (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 15 Surgery providers in ALSee all Surgery in Sheffield18+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 701dNPPES updated 2024-06-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alabama Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1120 S Jackson Hwy Ste 105, Sheffield, AL 35660-5770

Fax: (888) 745-7084
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

24.48%

Alabama avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+19.4 pts)

24.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

139

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

99

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

286

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $9k

Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.

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 Arthritis.

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+10%)59%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+6%)40%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

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

Depression
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$3.7k received from industry

13 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James Ryan Conner's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    Mercer University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 20, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Mercer University School of Medicine (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1120 S. Jackson Hwy Suite 105, Sheffield, AL 35660

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 020026

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Virtual Surgery Care With James Ryan Conner

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

Schedule a virtual visit with James Ryan Conner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sheffield 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 Ryan Conner

NPI records show Dr. Conner as active with telehealth listed in Sheffield, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (256) 386-1125.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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