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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. James, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Plas James, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. James completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Tulane, Orthopedic Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery. Dr. James is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (678) 701-2225.
Where did Dr. James go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Tulane, Orthopedic Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. James board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Plas James, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. James speak?
Dr. James and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. James treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Disc Displacement at C6-C7
- Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Spinal Cord Compression in Neck
- Neck Disc Disease with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc at C6-C7
- Herniated Disc at C6-C7
- C6-C7 Disc Protrusion
- C6-C7 Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
- C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
- M5000: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, unspecified cervical region
- M50223: Other cervical disc displacement at C6-C7 level
- M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Bulging Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50221: Other cervical disc displacement at C4-C5 level
- M50222: Other cervical disc displacement at C5-C6 level
- M5021: Other cervical disc displacement, high cervical region
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
- M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Kyphosis of the Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical kyphosis
- Forward neck curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M40292: Other kyphosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Disc Pain
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51370: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region with discogenic back pain only
Which procedures does Dr. James perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Plas James may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. James' office.
Does Dr. James accept my insurance?
Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 701-2225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. James 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
Alliant Health Plans
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)
Express Scripts
Medicare
The Araz Group
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. James' office located?
Dr. Plas James' Primary Practice
3200 Downwood Cir NW Ste 500
Atlanta, GA 30327
(678) 701-2225
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 1851455877.
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. Plas James's specialty?
Dr. James is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. James to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Plas James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Piedmont Fayette Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
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Is Plas James accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Plas James is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Plas James offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (678) 701-2225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Plas James?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (678) 701-2225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Plas James have?
Dr. Plas James is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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