James Powers, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
James Powers is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 49 years in internal medicine, James Powers, MD is a long-established geriatrician in Nashville. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 49 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.13/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-4701
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Tennessee, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.13/100
Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TennesseeHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.25%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.25% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
Tennessee avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TennesseeHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
187
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
243
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,994
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $295k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
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 (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$95 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to James Powers's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Apr 2, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
49 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Mailing address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With James Powers
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Powers for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Nashville 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 Powers
NPI records show Dr. Powers as active with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (615) 322-3000.
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 Powers
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-4701
Mailing Address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
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