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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. James, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Pacoima, CA?
Dr. Linda James, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pacoima, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. James completed her residency at Morehouse Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. James is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (760) 323-6511.
Where did Dr. James go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse Sch Of Med, Family Medicine
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. James speak?
Dr. James and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. James treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. James 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. James. 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:
- 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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Unexplained Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Visual Disturbances
- Subjective Vision Issues
- Unclear Vision Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5310: Unspecified subjective visual disturbances
What procedures does Dr. James perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. James performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. James. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Wound Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. James accept my insurance?
Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Pacoima, CA?
Dr. James in Pacoima, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. James' office located?
What is Dr. James's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023100013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. James?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. James
What is Dr. Linda James's specialty?
Dr. James is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Pacoima, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. James to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Linda James accepting new patients in Pacoima, CA?
Yes, Dr. Linda James is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda James offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda James?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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