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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pickford, Internist in Portage, IN?
Dr. James Pickford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portage, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pickford graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pickford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pickford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pickford’s office at (219) 326-1775.
Where did Dr. Pickford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Michael Reese Hospital Med Center
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pickford board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Pickford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pickford speak?
Dr. Pickford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pickford typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pickford 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. Pickford. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Right Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Right-sided heart failure
- Cor pulmonale
- Right ventricular failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I50810: Right heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pickford typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Pickford may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pickford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pickford accept my insurance?
Dr. Pickford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 326-1775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pickford accept in Portage, IN?
Dr. Pickford in Portage, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pickford's office located?
Dr. James Pickford's Primary Practice
3283 Willowcreek Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 326-1775
What is Dr. Pickford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790713733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pickford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pickford
What is Dr. James Pickford's specialty?
Dr. Pickford is a Internist near Portage, IN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. James Pickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pickford is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Pickford accepting new patients in Portage, IN?
Yes, Dr. James Pickford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Pickford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pickford's office at (219) 326-1775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Pickford?
Please contact Dr. Pickford's office at (219) 326-1775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Pickford have?
Dr. James Pickford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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