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Dr. James Gettys, MD

Dr. James Gettys, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Travelers Rest, SC

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gettys, Family Medicine Specialist in Travelers Rest, SC?

    Dr. James Gettys, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Travelers Rest, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Gettys graduated from Medical University of South Carolina and completed his residency at Greenville Hospital System. Dr. Gettys is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gettys’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gettys’s office at (864) 834-3192.

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

    • Residency: Greenville Hospital System

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina

    What languages does Dr. Gettys speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gettys typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gettys 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. Gettys. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gettys typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Gettys may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gettys accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gettys accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 834-3192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gettys accept in Travelers Rest, SC?

    Dr. Gettys in Travelers Rest, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Planned Administrators

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gettys' office located?

    Dr. James Gettys' Primary Practice

    9 McElhaney Rd

    Travelers Rest, SC 29690

    (864) 834-3192

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    Dr. James Gettys' Practice 2

    139 Lila Doyle Dr

    Seneca, SC 29672

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    Dr. James Gettys' Practice 3

    357 Woodruff Rd

    Greenville, SC 29607

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

    Dr. Gettys's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912940586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gettys?

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

    What is Dr. James Gettys's specialty?

    Dr. Gettys is a Family Medicine Specialist near Travelers Rest, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gettys is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Spartanburg Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Gettys accepting new patients in Travelers Rest, SC?

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

    Does Dr. James Gettys offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gettys' office at (864) 834-3192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Gettys' office at (864) 834-3192 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gettys' office located?

    Dr. Gettys' offices are located in Travelers Rest, SC, Seneca, SC, and Greenville, SC.