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Dr. Thomica James, MD

Sachse, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sachse, TX?

    Dr. Thomica James, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sachse, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. James completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. James is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (972) 829-4866.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. James board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomica James, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. James speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. James typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. James typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomica James may include:

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

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 829-4866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Sachse, TX?

    Dr. James in Sachse, TX 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)

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Thomica James' Primary Practice

    4750 President George Bush Tpke

    Sachse, TX 75048

    (972) 829-4866

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    Dr. Thomica James' Practice 2

    3670 State Highway 121

    Plano, TX 75025

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    Dr. Thomica James' Practice 3

    3901 W 15th St

    Plano, TX 75075

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    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 1578588984.

    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. Thomica James's specialty?

    Dr. James is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sachse, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest, Houston Methodist 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Thomica James accepting new patients in Sachse, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Thomica James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (972) 829-4866 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomica James?

    Please contact Dr. James's office at (972) 829-4866 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomica James have?

    Dr. Thomica James is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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