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Dr. Phyllis James, MD

Newark, DE

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. James, Family Medicine Specialist in Newark, DE?

    Dr. Phyllis James, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. James completed her residency at St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. James is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. James board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Phyllis James, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Acute Frontal Sinus Infection
    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute frontal sinusitis
    • Short-term forehead sinus infection
    • Frontal sinus inflammation
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0110: Acute frontal sinusitis, unspecified
    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    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:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Other Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Various Bacterial Diseases
    • Uncommon Bacterial Infections
    • Bacterial disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. James perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Phyllis James may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. James' office.

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James 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. James accept in Newark, DE?

    Dr. James in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Phyllis James' Primary Practice

    1 Chestnut Hill Plz Ste C

    Newark, DE 19713

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    Dr. Phyllis James' Practice 2

    124 Sleepy Hollow Dr

    Middletown, DE 19709

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    Dr. Phyllis James' Practice 3

    300 Jimmy Dr

    Smyrna, DE 19977

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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 1639258536.

    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. Phyllis James's specialty?

    Dr. James is a Family Medicine Specialist near Newark, DE. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. James to book an appointment today.

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

    No, James is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Phyllis James accepting new patients in Newark, DE?

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

    Does Dr. Phyllis James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phyllis James?

    Please contact Dr. James's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phyllis James have?

    Dr. Phyllis James is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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