James R. Fenton, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
James R. Fenton, M.D. specializes in thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery), serving patients in Midland, MI in group practice. A University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD.
Older · 182dNPPES updated 2025-11-05 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
75
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumeData 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.
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 COPD.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$20 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
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 R. Fenton's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 4, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
20 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
University of Kansas School of Med (Kc/Wich/Sal) (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
4000 Wellness Dr, Midland, MI 48670-2000
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With James R. Fenton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James R. Fenton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Midland 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 R. Fenton
NPI records show Dr. Fenton as active with telehealth listed in Midland, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (989) 794-2969.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James R. Fenton
Practice Location
4201 Campus Ridge Dr, Midland, MI 48670-4200
Mailing Address
4000 Wellness Dr, Midland, MI 48670-2000
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