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Dr. James Bernick, MD

Baytown, TX

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bernick, Family Medicine Specialist in Baytown, TX?

    Dr. James Bernick, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baytown, TX. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Bernick graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Bernick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernick’s office at (281) 427-6730.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Practice | University Ok Health Science Center | University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Bernick board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Bernick speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bernick typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bernick 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. Bernick. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bernick typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Bernick may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bernick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bernick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 427-6730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bernick accept in Baytown, TX?

    Dr. Bernick in Baytown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bernick's office located?

    Dr. James Bernick's Primary Practice

    2717 W Baker Rd Ste 2

    Baytown, TX 77521

    (281) 427-6730

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

    Dr. Bernick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891804613.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernick?

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

    What is Dr. James Bernick's specialty?

    Dr. Bernick is a Family Medicine Specialist near Baytown, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bernick is affiliated with Nacogdoches Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 James Bernick accepting new patients in Baytown, TX?

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

    Does Dr. James Bernick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bernick's office at (281) 427-6730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Bernick?

    Please contact Dr. Bernick's office at (281) 427-6730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Bernick have?

    Dr. James Bernick is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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