James M. Sturm, DO
Patients across MO can see James M. Sturm, DO in person in Saint Peters or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 40 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
412 Jungermann Rd Ste 201, Saint Peters, MO 63376-2781
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better61.15%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+56 pts)
61.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.3%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.5 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
195
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
447
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,596
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $581k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$527 received from industry
31 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 M. Sturm's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Feb 28, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With James M. Sturm
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James M. Sturm for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Saint Peters 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 M. Sturm
NPI records show Dr. Sturm as active with telehealth listed in Saint Peters, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (636) 244-5004.
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 M. Sturm
Practice Location
412 Jungermann Rd Ste 201, Saint Peters, MO 63376-2781
Mailing Address
412 Jungermann Rd Ste 201, Saint Peters, MO 63376-2781
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