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Dr. Raymond James, DO

Port Charlotte, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Port Charlotte, FL?

    Dr. Raymond James, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Charlotte, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. James graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Nsucom-Sun Coast Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. 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 (941) 624-4434.

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

    • Residency: Nsucom-Sun Coast Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine | University Of Malta, Faculty Of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. James board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond James, DO is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. James performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Simple Wound Repair (Small)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Minor Laceration Repair
    • Superficial Wound Closure
    • Small Cut Stitching
    • Simple Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 624-4434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Port Charlotte, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Raymond James' Primary Practice

    21298 Olean Blvd

    Port Charlotte, FL 33952

    (941) 624-4434

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    Dr. Raymond James' Practice 2

    1499 E Venice Ave Unit A

    Venice, FL 34292

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    Dr. Raymond James' Practice 3

    320 Park Ave

    Boca Grande, FL 33921

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    What hospitals are Dr. James affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. James has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    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 1285793232.

    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. Raymond James's specialty?

    Dr. James is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Port Charlotte, FL.

    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. Raymond James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Raymond James accepting new patients in Port Charlotte, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Raymond James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (941) 624-4434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (941) 624-4434 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. James' offices are located in Port Charlotte, FL, Venice, FL, and Boca Grande, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Raymond James have?

    Dr. Raymond James is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.