Dr. James Gorham, MD, PHD
Clinical Pathologist
,Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Charlottesville, VA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gorham, Clinical Pathologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. James Gorham, MD, PHD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gorham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorham’s office at (434) 924-9213.
Where did Dr. Gorham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Gorham board certified as a Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. James Gorham, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Pathology since 1998
What languages does Dr. Gorham speak?
Dr. Gorham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Gorham typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Gorham 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. Gorham. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Atypical Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- aCML
- BCR/ABL-Negative CML
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9220: Atypical chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-negative, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Other Chromosomal Abnormality
- Genetic Disorder
- Rare Chromosome Disorder
- Atypical Chromosomal Condition
- Genetic Chromosome Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q998: Other specified chromosome abnormalities
Also known as:
- Blood Typing
- Blood
- Blood Group Test
- ABO Typing
- Rh Factor Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0183: Encounter for blood typing
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Gorham typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Gorham may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Gorham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gorham accept my insurance?
Dr. Gorham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-9213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gorham accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Gorham in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gorham's office located?
What is Dr. Gorham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gorham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700815602.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gorham
What is Dr. James Gorham's specialty?
Dr. Gorham is a Clinical Pathologist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. James Gorham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gorham is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital 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
When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Gorham accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. James Gorham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Gorham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gorham's office at (434) 924-9213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Gorham?
Please contact Dr. Gorham's office at (434) 924-9213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Gorham have?
Dr. James Gorham is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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