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Dr. Luke James, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Hospitalist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Luke James, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. James is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (734) 845-5290.

    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 Hospitalist like Dr. James typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Luke 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 (734) 845-5290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Luke James' Primary Practice

    10790 Rancho Bernardo Rd

    San Diego, CA 92127

    (734) 845-5290

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    Dr. Luke James' Practice 2

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    What is Dr. James's NPI number?An 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 1245969104.

    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. Luke James's specialty?

    Dr. James is a Hospitalist near San Diego, CA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Sharp Memorial 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Luke James accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Luke James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (734) 845-5290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luke James?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (734) 845-5290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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