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Dr. James Fritzsche, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fritzsche, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. James Fritzsche, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fritzsche graduated from UNIVERSITY CETEC and completed his residency at East Tennessee State University Program. Dr. Fritzsche is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fritzsche’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fritzsche’s office at (901) 226-5000.

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

    • Residency: East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Cetec,Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic | UNIVERSITY CETEC

    What languages does Dr. Fritzsche speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Fritzsche accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fritzsche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 226-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fritzsche accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Fritzsche in Memphis, TN 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fritzsche's office located?

    Dr. James Fritzsche's Primary Practice

    1265 Union Ave

    Memphis, TN 38104

    (901) 226-5000

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    Dr. James Fritzsche's Practice 2

    3960 New Covington Pike

    Memphis, TN 38128

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    Dr. James Fritzsche's Practice 3

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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

    Dr. Fritzsche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104867423.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fritzsche?

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

    What is Dr. James Fritzsche's specialty?

    Dr. Fritzsche is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Memphis, TN.

    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 Fritzsche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fritzsche is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg 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

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

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    Is Dr. James Fritzsche accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

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

    Does Dr. James Fritzsche offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fritzsche's office at (901) 226-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Fritzsche's office at (901) 226-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fritzsche's office located?

    Dr. Fritzsche's office is located in Memphis, TN.