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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. James, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Eric James, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (813) 877-6748.
What languages does Dr. James speak?
Dr. James and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. James typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19171: Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. James typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Eric James may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
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 (813) 877-6748 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. James in Tampa, FL 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. James' office located?
Dr. Eric James' Primary Practice
2727 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Ste 320
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 877-6748
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 1982855599.
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. Eric James's specialty?
Dr. James is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Tampa, FL.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Eric James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa 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
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Is Eric James accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Eric James is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric James offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (813) 877-6748 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric James?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (813) 877-6748 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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