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Dr. Deborah James, MD

Cambridge, MA

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    Who is Dr. James, Pediatrician in Cambridge, MA?

    Dr. Deborah James, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. James completed her residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics. Dr. James is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (617) 441-9276.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics | Ri Hospital/Brown University

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. James board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah James, MD 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

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. James 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Impetigo
    • Skin Sores
    • Contagious Skin Infection
    • Pyoderma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0100: Impetigo, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. James perform as a Pediatrician?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. James' office.

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 441-9276 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Cambridge, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Deborah James' Primary Practice

    799 Concord Ave

    Cambridge, MA 02138

    (617) 441-9276

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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 1831161421.

    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. Deborah James's specialty?

    Dr. James is a Pediatrician near Cambridge, MA. 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. Contact Dr. James to book an appointment today.

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

    No, James is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Deborah James accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Deborah James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (617) 441-9276 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Deborah James?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (617) 441-9276 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah James have?

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

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