Quick answers
- Does James D. Fonger accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says James D. Fonger accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does James D. Fonger see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 217 Original Medicare patients and 1,471 services for James D. Fonger. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is James D. Fonger's NPI number?
- 1497736797. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for James D. Fonger, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 217 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 1,471 |
| Different services or procedures | 22 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 74 |
Most frequent services
- Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers (93971)336 services
- Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers (93970)290 services
- Chemical destruction of first incompetent vein of arm or leg using imaging guidance (36482)195 services
- New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more (99204)122 services
- Removal of varicose veins of arm or leg, 10-20 incisions (37765)93 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High cholesterol75%
- High blood pressure74%
- Arthritis57%
- Diabetes27%
- Chronic kidney disease23%
- Anxiety22%
Practice locations
Addresses where James D. Fonger is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 601 A Professional Dr, Suite 170Lawrenceville, GA 30046 (815) 254‑1761
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists James D. Fonger as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Center for Vein Restoration Ga Corp7 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgeryprimary
- Vascular Surgeryalso
Other thoracic surgeons in Lawrenceville
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Lawrenceville, GA — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Center for Vein Restoration Ga Corp
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Graduation year | 1978 (48 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1497736797 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians