32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Durham, Internist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. James Durham, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Durham graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Durham is fluent in English and Latin, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Durham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Durham’s office at (423) 698-6061.
Where did Dr. Durham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine | Med Coll Wisc Affil Hosps | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
What languages does Dr. Durham speak?
Dr. Durham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Latin
What conditions does Dr. Durham treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Durham 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. Durham. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Durham perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Durham 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Durham's office.
Does Dr. Durham accept my insurance?
Dr. Durham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 698-6061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Durham accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Durham in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Durham's office located?
Dr. James Durham's Primary Practice
2333 McCallie Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 698-6061
What is Dr. Durham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Durham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669400438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Durham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Durham
What is Dr. James Durham's specialty?
Dr. Durham is a Internist near Chattanooga, TN.
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.
Contact Dr. Durham to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Durham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Durham is affiliated with Parkridge 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
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Is James Durham accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Durham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Durham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (423) 698-6061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Durham?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (423) 698-6061 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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