James Hartman Frank, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
James Hartman Frank is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
James Hartman Frank, M.D. has been part of the Washington medical community since 2005 in group practice. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1978 and has 48+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 45% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2700dNPPES updated 2019-01-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1133 21st St Nw Ste 601, Washington, DC 20036-3390
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in District of Columbia.
MIPS Score
202380.18/100
District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in District of ColumbiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.4%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
299
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
136
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
267
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $69k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
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.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$179 received from industry
4 transactions 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 Hartman Frank's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Eastern Virginia Medical School
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
Eastern Virginia Medical School (Class of 1978)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 500025
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With James Hartman Frank
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Hartman Frank for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Washington 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 Hartman Frank
NPI records show Dr. Frank as active with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 416-2000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Hartman Frank
Practice Location
1133 21st St Nw Ste 601, Washington, DC 20036-3390
Mailing Address
1133 21st St Nw Ste 601, Washington, DC 20036-3390
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