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Dr. Kristin James, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Powell, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Powell, TN?

    Dr. Kristin James, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Powell, TN with 1 additional practice location. 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 (865) 859-8000.

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

    • Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristin 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 (865) 859-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Powell, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Kristin James' Primary Practice

    7565 Dannaher Dr

    Powell, TN 37849

    (865) 859-8000

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    Dr. Kristin James' Practice 2

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

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    What is Dr. James's NPI number?A 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 1457630931.

    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. Kristin James's specialty?

    Dr. James is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Powell, TN.

    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 Dr. Kristin James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital, Unc Health Pardee, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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 Dr. Kristin James accepting new patients in Powell, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Kristin James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (865) 859-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristin James?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (865) 859-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. James' offices are located in Powell, TN and Asheville, NC.