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Dr. James Sizemore, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sizemore, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. James Sizemore, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sizemore graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sizemore is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sizemore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sizemore’s office at (423) 664-5165.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Sizemore board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Sizemore speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sizemore typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sizemore 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. Sizemore. 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 here.

    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

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sizemore typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Sizemore may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sizemore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sizemore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 664-5165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sizemore accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Sizemore 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sizemore's office located?

    Dr. James Sizemore's Primary Practice

    1000 E 3rd St Ste 302

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 664-5165

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    Dr. James Sizemore's Practice 2

    4001 Rossville Blvd

    Chattanooga, TN 37407

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

    Dr. Sizemore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124021340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sizemore?

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

    What is Dr. James Sizemore's specialty?

    Dr. Sizemore is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chattanooga, TN.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

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

    Yes, Dr. Sizemore is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Parkridge Medical Center 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 James Sizemore accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

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

    Does Dr. James Sizemore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sizemore's office at (423) 664-5165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Sizemore?

    Please contact Dr. Sizemore's office at (423) 664-5165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Sizemore have?

    Dr. James Sizemore is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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