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Ophthalmology

James D. Branch, MD

Sees patients in Winston Salem, NC · Winston-Salem, NC · North Carolina

Summary

James D. Branch, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Winston Salem, NC and Winston-Salem, NC. NPI 1538147061. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

Call(336) 723‑0748 NPI Registry record Medicare profile

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about James D. Branch, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

2Practice locations
OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
53Years since medical school (graduated 1973)
Howard University College Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does James D. Branch see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Winston Salem, NC and Winston-Salem, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is James D. Branch's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does James D. Branch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says James D. Branch accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for James D. Branch?
(336) 723-0748, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is James D. Branch's NPI number?
1538147061. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where James D. Branch is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Winston Salem

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Winston Salem, NC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolHoward University College Of Medicine
Graduation year1973
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1538147061
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians