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Dr. James Brennan, MD

Durham, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brennan, Internist in Durham, NC?

    Dr. James Brennan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Brennan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brennan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brennan’s office at (919) 220-5510.

    Where did Dr. Brennan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brennan board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Brennan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Brennan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brennan treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Brennan 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. Brennan. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Brennan perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Brennan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brennan's office.

    Does Dr. Brennan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brennan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 220-5510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brennan accept in Durham, NC?

    Dr. Brennan in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Brennan's office located?

    Dr. James Brennan's Primary Practice

    40 Duke Medicine Cir

    Durham, NC 27710

    (919) 220-5510

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    Dr. James Brennan's Practice 2

    2351 Erwin Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Dr. James Brennan's Practice 3

    407 Crutchfield St

    Durham, NC 27704

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

    Dr. Brennan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164689105.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brennan?

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

    What is Dr. James Brennan's specialty?

    Dr. Brennan is a Internist near Durham, NC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Brennan to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Brennan is affiliated with Duke Regional Hospital, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Duke University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 James Brennan accepting new patients in Durham, NC?

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

    Does Dr. James Brennan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brennan's office at (919) 220-5510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Brennan?

    Please contact Dr. Brennan's office at (919) 220-5510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Brennan have?

    Dr. James Brennan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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