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Dr. James Montana

Dr. James Montana

Ely, MN

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Montana, Internist in Ely, MN?

    Dr. James Montana is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ely, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Montana graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Abbott Nwestern/Allina Health Sy. Dr. Montana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Montana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Montana’s office at (218) 365-7900.

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

    • Residency: Abbott Nwestern/Allina Health Sy | Hennepin County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Montana board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Montana is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Montana speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Montana typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Montana 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. Montana. 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Montana typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Montana may include:

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

    Does Dr. Montana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Montana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 365-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Montana accept in Ely, MN?

    Dr. Montana in Ely, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Montana's office located?

    Dr. James Montana's Primary Practice

    300 W Conan St

    Ely, MN 55731

    (218) 365-7900

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    Dr. James Montana's Practice 2

    730 E 34th St

    Hibbing, MN 55746

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    Dr. James Montana's Practice 3

    1101 9th St N

    Virginia, MN 55792

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

    Dr. Montana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922032200.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Montana?

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

    What is Dr. James Montana's specialty?

    Dr. Montana is a Internist near Ely, MN.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Montana is affiliated with Emerson Health, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Montana accepting new patients in Ely, MN?

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

    Does Dr. James Montana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Montana's office at (218) 365-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Montana?

    Please contact Dr. Montana's office at (218) 365-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Montana have?

    Dr. James Montana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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