James C Nunley, MD
James C Nunley is a Surgery specialist based in Reno, NV with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NV can see James C Nunley, MD in person in Reno or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.59/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in Nevada
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6554 S Mccarran Blvd Suite B, Reno, NV 89509-6166
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 80% of doctors in Nevada on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.59/100
Nevada avg: 67.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8 pts)
Better than 80% of MIPS-scored doctors in NevadaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better64.83%
Nevada avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+59.7 pts)
64.83% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
194
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
106
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
145
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $919
Percentile rankings compared against 283 reporting peers in Nevada.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.6k received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2018 ·High 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 2018, attributed to James C Nunley's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
27 years in practice
Experienced
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
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1999)
Virtual Surgery Care With James C Nunley
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James C Nunley for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Reno 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 C Nunley
NPI records show Dr. Nunley as active with telehealth listed in Reno, NV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (775) 324-0288.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James C Nunley
Practice Location
6554 S Mccarran Blvd Suite B, Reno, NV 89509-6166
Mailing Address
6554 S Mccarran Blvd Suite B, Reno, NV 89509-6166
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