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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Southard, Internist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. James Southard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Southard is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Southard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Southard’s office at (616) 391-3777.
What languages does Dr. Southard speak?
Dr. Southard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Southard typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Southard 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. Southard. 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 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Southard typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Southard may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Southard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Southard accept my insurance?
Dr. Southard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 391-3777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Southard accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Southard in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Southard's office located?
Dr. James Southard's Primary Practice
275 Michigan St NE Fl 9
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 391-3777
What is Dr. Southard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Southard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760187314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Southard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Southard
What is Dr. James Southard's specialty?
Dr. Southard is a Internist near Grand Rapids, MI.
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 Southard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Southard is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Southard accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
No, Dr. James Southard is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Southard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (616) 391-3777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Southard?
Please contact Dr. Southard's office at (616) 391-3777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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