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Dr. James Custis, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Internist

Oneonta, AL

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Custis, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oneonta, AL?

    Dr. James Custis, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oneonta, AL. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Custis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Custis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Custis’s office at (205) 274-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Custis speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Custis 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. Custis. 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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal 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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Custis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Custis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 274-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Custis accept in Oneonta, AL?

    Dr. Custis in Oneonta, AL 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 Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Custis' office located?

    Dr. James Custis' Primary Practice

    150 Gilbreath Dr

    Oneonta, AL 35121

    (205) 274-3000

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

    Dr. Custis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588688873.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Custis?

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

    What is Dr. James Custis's specialty?

    Dr. Custis is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oneonta, AL.

    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 Custis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Custis is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Custis accepting new patients in Oneonta, AL?

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

    Does Dr. James Custis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Custis' office at (205) 274-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Custis' office at (205) 274-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Custis' office located?

    Dr. Custis' office is located in Oneonta, AL.