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Dr. Andrew James, DO

Pediatrician

Simi Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Pediatrician in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Andrew James, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA. He is board certified. Dr. James is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (818) 719-2643.

    Is Dr. James board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew James, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. James speak?

    Dr. James and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. James typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. James diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. James. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Acquired Head Deformity
    • Head shape change
    • Deformed head
    • Acquired skull deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M952: Other acquired deformity of head

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling
    • Therapy Services
    • Support Sessions
    • Mental Health Support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z719: Counseling, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. James typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew James may include:

    Please contact Dr. James' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 719-2643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. James in Simi Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Andrew James' Primary Practice

    3900 Alamo St

    Simi Valley, CA 93063

    (818) 719-2643

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    What is Dr. James's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730353558.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. James?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. James

    What is Dr. Andrew James's specialty?

    Dr. James is a Pediatrician near Simi Valley, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Andrew James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Andrew James accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew James is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (818) 719-2643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew James?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (818) 719-2643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. James' office is located in Simi Valley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew James have?

    Dr. Andrew James is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.