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Dr. James Fish, MD

Newport News, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fish, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. James Fish, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fish’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fish’s office at (757) 594-2000.

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

      What languages does Dr. Fish speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Fish treat?

      As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fish 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. Fish. 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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0789: Other chest pain

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Head Injury
      • Head Injuries
      • Head Trauma
      • Cranial Injury
      • Brain Injury

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

      Also known as:

      • Headache
      • Head pain
      • Cephalalgia
      • Tension headache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R519: Headache, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Fainting
      • Syncope
      • Passing out
      • Collapse

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R55: Syncope and collapse

      Also known as:

      • Dizziness
      • Dizziness and Vertigo
      • Lightheadedness
      • Giddiness
      • Vertigo

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

      Also known as:

      • Nausea and Vomiting
      • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
      • Stomach Flu Symptoms
      • Queasy and Vomiting

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakness
      • Muscle Disorder
      • Loss of strength
      • Fatigue
      • Muscle fatigue

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R531: Weakness

      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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Shortness of Breath
      • Breathing Problems
      • Difficulty breathing
      • Breathlessness
      • Dyspnea

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0602: Shortness of breath

      Also known as:

      • Asthma Flare-Up
      • Asthma
      • Asthma Attack
      • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
      • Worsening Asthma
      • Asthma Episode

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

      Also known as:

      • Heart Palpitations
      • Arrhythmia
      • Skipped Heartbeat
      • Fluttering Heart
      • Pounding Heart

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R002: Palpitations

      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:

      • Seizures
      • Epilepsy
      • Convulsions
      • Fits

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R569: Unspecified convulsions

      Also known as:

      • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
      • Kidney Disease
      • Kidney Stones
      • Ureteral Disorder
      • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
      • Kidney Stone Obstruction
      • Ureteral Stone Blockage

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

      Also known as:

      • Common Cold
      • Upper Respiratory Infection
      • Head Cold
      • Cold Symptoms

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Abdominal Pain
      • Stomach Ache
      • Belly Pain
      • Stomach Pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

      Also known as:

      • Anemia
      • Low Red Blood Cell Count
      • Low Hemoglobin
      • Iron deficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D649: Anemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • COPD Flare-Up
      • COPD
      • COPD Exacerbation
      • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
      • Worsening COPD
      • COPD Attack

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

      Which procedures does Dr. Fish perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

      For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fish's office.

      Does Dr. Fish accept my insurance?

      Dr. Fish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 594-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Fish accept in Newport News, VA?

      Dr. Fish in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Department of Defense / Tricare

      • Department of Veterans Affairs

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Federal Employee Program

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

      • State of Virginia

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Fish's office located?

      Dr. James Fish's Primary Practice

      500 J Clyde Morris Blvd

      Newport News, VA 23601

      (757) 594-2000

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      Dr. James Fish's Practice 2

      7519 Hospital Dr

      Gloucester, VA 23061

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      Dr. James Fish's Practice 3

      1500 Commonwealth Ave

      Williamsburg, VA 23185

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

      Dr. Fish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316964885.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fish?

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

      What is Dr. James Fish's specialty?

      Dr. Fish is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newport News, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Fish to book an appointment today.

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

      Yes, Dr. Fish is affiliated with Riverside Regional 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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      Is James Fish accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

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

      Does Dr. James Fish offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Fish's office at (757) 594-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with James Fish?

      Please contact Dr. Fish's office at (757) 594-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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