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Dr. James Edwards, MD

Clearfield, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edwards, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Clearfield, PA?

    Dr. James Edwards, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clearfield, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Edwards completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office at (814) 768-2470.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --

    Is Dr. Edwards board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Edwards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edwards typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Generalized Muscle Atrophy
    • Widespread Muscle Loss
    • Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Edwards typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Edwards performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Edwards. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edwards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 768-2470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edwards accept in Clearfield, PA?

    Dr. Edwards in Clearfield, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?

    Dr. James Edwards' Primary Practice

    809 Turnpike Ave

    Clearfield, PA 16830

    (814) 768-2470

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    Dr. James Edwards' Practice 2

    2000 Mary St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15203

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    Dr. James Edwards' Practice 3

    24 Cree Dr

    Lock Haven, PA 17745

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

    Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508972308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?

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

    What is Dr. James Edwards's specialty?

    Dr. Edwards is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Clearfield, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Upmc Western Maryland, Upmc Western Maryland, Upmc Western Maryland 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

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    Is James Edwards accepting new patients in Clearfield, PA?

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

    Does Dr. James Edwards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (814) 768-2470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Edwards?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (814) 768-2470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Edwards have?

    Dr. James Edwards is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine.

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