James Kimber Rotchford, MD
James Kimber Rotchford is a Specialist based in Port Townsend, WA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL PRACTICE, INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT, PREVENTIVE MEDICINE, PSYCHIATRY
James Kimber Rotchford, MD has practiced specialist for 46+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1980 and has 46+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 962dNPPES updated 2023-10-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
800 W Park Ave Ste 4, Port Townsend, WA 98368-2283
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better15.77%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
15.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
84
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
56
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,205
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $134k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Arthritis, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-31%) — less common here
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$96 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 Kimber Rotchford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 3, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Mailing address
2023 E Sims Way # 282, Port Townsend, WA 98368-6905
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With James Kimber Rotchford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Kimber Rotchford for arthritis follow-ups, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Port Townsend 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 Kimber Rotchford
NPI records show Dr. Rotchford as active with telehealth listed in Port Townsend, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 531-0963.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Kimber Rotchford
Practice Location
800 W Park Ave Ste 4, Port Townsend, WA 98368-2283
Mailing Address
2023 E Sims Way # 282, Port Townsend, WA 98368-6905
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