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Dr. James Garrett, MD

Dr. James Garrett, MD

Sacramento, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garrett, Family Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. James Garrett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Garrett graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento. Dr. Garrett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrett’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrett’s office at (916) 691-5900.

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

    • Residency: Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Garrett board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Garrett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Garrett treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Garrett perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garrett's office.

    Does Dr. Garrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 691-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garrett accept in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garrett's office located?

    Dr. James Garrett's Primary Practice

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 691-5900

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    Dr. James Garrett's Practice 2

    8170 Laguna Blvd Ste 215

    Elk Grove, CA 95758

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

    Dr. Garrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669583977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrett?

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

    What is Dr. James Garrett's specialty?

    Dr. Garrett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Garrett to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Garrett is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 James Garrett accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Does Dr. James Garrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (916) 691-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Garrett?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (916) 691-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Garrett have?

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

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