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Dr. James Cochran, MD

Bainbridge, GA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cochran, Internist in Bainbridge, GA?

    Dr. James Cochran, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bainbridge, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Cochran completed his residency at Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cochran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cochran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cochran’s office at (229) 246-6600.

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

    • Residency: Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Cochran board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Cochran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cochran speak?

    Dr. Cochran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cochran typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cochran typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran. 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Cochran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cochran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 246-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cochran accept in Bainbridge, GA?

    Dr. Cochran in Bainbridge, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cochran's office located?

    Dr. James Cochran's Primary Practice

    1500 E Shotwell St

    Bainbridge, GA 39819

    (229) 246-6600

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    Dr. James Cochran's Practice 2

    220 Park Ave

    Thomasville, GA 31792

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    What is Dr. Cochran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cochran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437218112.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cochran?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cochran

    What is Dr. James Cochran's specialty?

    Dr. Cochran is a Internist near Bainbridge, GA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cochran is affiliated with Memorial Hospital & Manor, Memorial Hospital & Manor, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Archbold Memorial 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

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    Is James Cochran accepting new patients in Bainbridge, GA?

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

    Does Dr. James Cochran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (229) 246-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Cochran?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (229) 246-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Cochran have?

    Dr. James Cochran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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