James Michael Pace, M.D.
James Michael Pace is a Family Medicine specialist based in Richton, MS with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Michael Pace, M.D. runs an independent family medicine physician practice in Richton, MS. He graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 17% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Mississippi
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
406 South Front Street, Richton, MS 39476
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
20236.34/100
Mississippi avg: 77.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-77.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.18%
Mississippi avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.18% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Mississippi avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in MississippiHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
231
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
368
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,406
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $519k
Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.
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 Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
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.
Graduated medical school · 1996
University of Mississippi School of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 850, Richton, MS 39476-0850
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James Michael Pace
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Michael Pace for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Richton 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 Michael Pace
Dr. Pace is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Richton, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (601) 788-6381.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Michael Pace
Practice Location
406 South Front Street, Richton, MS 39476
Mailing Address
Po Box 850, Richton, MS 39476-0850
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