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Dr. James Keffer, MD

Pediatrician

Nashville, TN

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Keffer, Pediatrician in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. James Keffer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Keffer graduated from Shandong Medical College and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Keffer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Keffer’s office at (615) 352-2990.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Shandong Medical College | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Keffer board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Keffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Keffer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Keffer typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Keffer 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. Keffer. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Keffer typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. James Keffer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Keffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Keffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 352-2990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Keffer accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Keffer in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthScope

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Keffer's office located?

    Dr. James Keffer's Primary Practice

    5819 Old Harding Pike

    Nashville, TN 37205

    (615) 352-2990

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    What hospitals are Dr. Keffer affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Keffer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN

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

    Dr. Keffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053348508.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Keffer?

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

    What is Dr. James Keffer's specialty?

    Dr. Keffer is a Pediatrician near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Keffer is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Keffer accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

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

    Does Dr. James Keffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Keffer's office at (615) 352-2990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Keffer's office at (615) 352-2990 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Keffer's office located?

    Dr. Keffer's office is located in Nashville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Keffer have?

    Dr. James Keffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.