James H Curell, MD

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

James H Curell is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Cincinnati, OH with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(513) 558-6935Cincinnati, OH
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

James H Curell, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 39+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1987 and has 39+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.79/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Ohio
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 13% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 357 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in OHSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Cincinnati39+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3035dNPPES updated 2018-01-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio

Contact & Location

Practice Location

231 Albert Sabin Way Mail Location 0559, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0001

Fax: (513) 558-4805
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

78.79/100

Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)

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

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

96.2%

Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.4 pts)

Top 10% of reporting doctors in Ohio

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

56

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

147

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,049

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $103k

Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.

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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+34%)68%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-13%)57%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+23%)55%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Bipolar Disorder
41%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-13%)36%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

ADHD
23%

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity

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. Graduated medical school · 1987

    University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

  2. 39 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Education & Training

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 1987)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 636256 Central Credentialing, Cincinnati, OH 45263-6256

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James H Curell

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

Schedule a virtual visit with James H Curell for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Cincinnati 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 H Curell

NPI records show Dr. Curell as active with telehealth listed in Cincinnati, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (513) 558-6935.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

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

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