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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dougherty, Family Medicine Specialist in Williston, VT?
Dr. James Dougherty, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Williston, VT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Dougherty completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Family Medicine. Dr. Dougherty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dougherty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dougherty’s office at (802) 878-1008.
Where did Dr. Dougherty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Family Medicine | Fletcher Allen Health Care
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Dougherty board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Dougherty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dougherty speak?
Dr. Dougherty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Dougherty may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dougherty accept my insurance?
Dr. Dougherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 878-1008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dougherty accept in Williston, VT?
Dr. Dougherty in Williston, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?
What is Dr. Dougherty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629188750.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dougherty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dougherty
What is Dr. James Dougherty's specialty?
Dr. Dougherty is a Family Medicine Specialist near Williston, VT.
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 Dougherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dougherty is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock 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
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Is James Dougherty accepting new patients in Williston, VT?
Yes, Dr. James Dougherty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Dougherty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (802) 878-1008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Dougherty?
Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (802) 878-1008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Dougherty have?
Dr. James Dougherty is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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