JC
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Capes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. James Capes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Capes graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Carolinas Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Capes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capes’s office at (404) 686-2435.
Where did Dr. Capes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Carolinas Medical Center Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Capes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Capes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Capes speak?
Dr. Capes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Capes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Capes 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. Capes. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Capes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Capes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Capes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Capes accept my insurance?
Dr. Capes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 686-2435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Capes accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Capes in Atlanta, GA 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 Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Capes' office located?
Dr. James Capes' Primary Practice
550 Peachtree St NE Ste 1085
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 686-2435
What is Dr. Capes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Capes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093731200.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Capes
What is Dr. James Capes's specialty?
Dr. Capes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
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. James Capes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Capes is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Hamilton Medical Center 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
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Is James Capes accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Capes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Capes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Capes's office at (404) 686-2435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Capes?
Please contact Dr. Capes's office at (404) 686-2435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Capes have?
Dr. James Capes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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