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Who is Dr. Alexander, Vascular Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. James Alexander, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Alexander graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Vascular Surgery; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office.
Where did Dr. Alexander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Vascular Surgery; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery | Cooper Hosp/U Med Center | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Alexander board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Alexander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97921: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97911: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83019: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. James Alexander may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alexander's office.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Alexander in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649366956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. James Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Vascular Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alexander is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cooper University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is James Alexander accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Alexander have?
Dr. James Alexander is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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