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Dr. James Burton, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burton, Transplant Hepatologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. James Burton, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Burton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burton’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burton’s office at (720) 848-0000.

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

      What languages does Dr. Burton speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Burton treat?

      As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Burton 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. Burton. 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:

      • Cirrhosis
      • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
      • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
      • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
      • Liver scarring
      • End-stage liver disease
      • Chronic liver failure
      • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
      • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
      • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
      • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
      • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
      • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
      • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
      • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

      Also known as:

      • Fatty Liver Disease
      • Fluid in Abdomen
      • Liver Disease
      • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
      • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
      • NAFLD
      • NASH
      • Hepatic steatosis
      • Ascites
      • Abdominal fluid buildup
      • Peritoneal fluid

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
      • R188: Other ascites

      Also known as:

      • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)
      • Bile Duct Disease
      • Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
      • PSC
      • Chronic Inflammatory Bile Duct Disease
      • Sclerosing Cholangitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K8301: Primary sclerosing cholangitis

      Also known as:

      • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
      • Unspecified high enzymes
      • Various enzyme abnormalities
      • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

      Also known as:

      • Autoimmune hepatitis
      • Autoimmune Disease
      • Hepatitis
      • Autoimmune Hepatitis
      • AIH
      • Autoimmune liver disease
      • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

      Also known as:

      • Liver Transplant
      • Liver Transplantation
      • Hepatic Transplant
      • Liver Graft
      • New Liver

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z944: Liver transplant status

      Also known as:

      • Immune Deficiency
      • Immune System and Disorder
      • Weak Immune System
      • Immune System Disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

      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:

      • Alcohol Use Disorder in Remission
      • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
      • Alcohol use disorder
      • Recovered from alcoholism
      • Alcohol dependence recovery
      • Sobriety from alcohol

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F1021: Alcohol dependence, in remission

      Also known as:

      • Chronic Hepatitis B
      • Hepatitis B
      • Long-term Hepatitis B
      • Persistent Hepatitis B
      • Hep B

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

      Also known as:

      • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
      • Fatty Liver Disease
      • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
      • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
      • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
      • NASH
      • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
      • Fatty liver inflammation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

      Also known as:

      • Esophageal Varices
      • Esophagus Disorder
      • Swollen Esophageal Veins
      • Varices of the Esophagus
      • Dilated Esophageal Veins

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I8510: Secondary esophageal varices without bleeding

      Also known as:

      • Hepatic Encephalopathy
      • Portosystemic encephalopathy
      • PSE
      • Brain fog from liver disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy

      Also known as:

      • Liver Transplant Aftercare
      • Liver Transplantation
      • Liver Transplant
      • Post-liver transplant care
      • Liver recipient follow-up
      • Liver transplant recovery

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

      Also known as:

      • Plasma Protein Metabolism Disorder
      • Metabolic Disorder
      • Protein Metabolism Problem
      • Blood Protein Disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E8809: Other disorders of plasma-protein metabolism, not elsewhere classified

      Which procedures does Dr. Burton perform as a Transplant Hepatologist?

      As a Transplant Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Burton may include:

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

      Does Dr. Burton accept my insurance?

      Dr. Burton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Burton accept in Aurora, CO?

      Dr. Burton in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming

      • Corporate Services

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Express Scripts

      • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

      • Kaiser Permanente

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Burton's office located?

      Dr. James Burton's Primary Practice

      12605 E 16th Ave

      Aurora, CO 80045

      (720) 848-0000

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      Dr. James Burton's Practice 2

      1635 Aurora Ct

      Aurora, CO 80045

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      Dr. James Burton's Practice 3

      455 Saint Michaels Dr

      Santa Fe, NM 87505

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

      Dr. Burton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619057114.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burton?

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

      What is Dr. James Burton's specialty?

      Dr. Burton is a Transplant Hepatologist near Aurora, CO. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Burton to book an appointment today.

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

      Yes, Dr. Burton is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, St. Mary's Regional Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare 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

      Where can I learn more about Transplant Hepatologist?

      Explore Transplant Hepatologist with 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 James Burton accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

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

      Does Dr. James Burton offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Burton's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with James Burton?

      Please contact Dr. Burton's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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