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Dr. James Comes, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Fresno, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Comes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. James Comes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Comes completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Comes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Comes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Comes’s office at (559) 459-6000.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Ucsf Fresno Med Educ Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

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

    Yes, Dr. James Comes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Comes speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Comes typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Comes 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. Comes. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Comes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Comes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Comes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Comes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 459-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Comes accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Comes in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Bright Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Medical Centers

    • County of Fresno

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Comes' office located?

    Dr. James Comes' Primary Practice

    2823 Fresno St

    Fresno, CA 93721

    (559) 459-6000

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

    Dr. Comes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669424412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Comes?

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

    What is Dr. James Comes's specialty?

    Dr. Comes is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fresno, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Comes is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Clovis Community Medical Center, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Kaweah Health Medical Center 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. James Comes accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

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

    Does Dr. James Comes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Comes' office at (559) 459-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Comes' office at (559) 459-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Comes' office located?

    Dr. Comes' office is located in Fresno, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Comes have?

    Dr. James Comes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.