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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tatum, Family Medicine Specialist in Aliquippa, PA?
Dr. James Tatum, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aliquippa, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Tatum completed his residency at Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Tatum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tatum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tatum’s office at (724) 378-8484.
Where did Dr. Tatum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, Family Medicine
Is Dr. Tatum board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Tatum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tatum speak?
Dr. Tatum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tatum typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tatum 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. Tatum. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tatum typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tatum performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tatum. 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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Tatum accept my insurance?
Dr. Tatum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 378-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tatum accept in Aliquippa, PA?
Dr. Tatum in Aliquippa, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Tatum's office located?
What is Dr. Tatum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tatum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083647564.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tatum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tatum
What is Dr. James Tatum's specialty?
Dr. Tatum is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aliquippa, PA.
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 this Dr. James Tatum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tatum is affiliated with Heritage Valley Beaver, Heritage Valley Sewickley, Rhode Island Hospital, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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
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Is James Tatum accepting new patients in Aliquippa, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Tatum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tatum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (724) 378-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tatum?
Please contact Dr. Tatum's office at (724) 378-8484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tatum have?
Dr. James Tatum is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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