James Henson Wheeler, M.D.
James Henson Wheeler is a General Practice specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 55 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across GA can see James Henson Wheeler, M.D. in person in Atlanta or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Alabama School of Medicine (class of 1971), he has been practicing for over 55 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 89.89/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ne Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30342-1620
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202389.89/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
361
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,684
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $241k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
90 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 Henson Wheeler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1971
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 6, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
55 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
Taxonomy: 208D00000X
Education & Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine (Class of 1971)
Virtual General Practice Care With James Henson Wheeler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Henson Wheeler for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Atlanta 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 Henson Wheeler
NPI records show Dr. Wheeler as active with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 256-1727.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Henson Wheeler
Practice Location
993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ne Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30342-1620
Mailing Address
993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ne Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30342-1620
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