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Dr. James Lemley, MD

Thomson, GA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lemley, Family Medicine Specialist in Thomson, GA?

    Dr. James Lemley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thomson, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Lemley graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine. Dr. Lemley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemley’s office.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine | Medical College Of Georgia Hospital and Clinic | Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Lemley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Lemley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lemley speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemley typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lemley 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. Lemley. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemley typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Lemley may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lemley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lemley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lemley accept in Thomson, GA?

    Dr. Lemley in Thomson, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lemley's office located?

    Dr. James Lemley's Primary Practice

    505 Mount Pleasant Rd

    Thomson, GA 30824

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    Dr. James Lemley's Practice 2

    4039 Gateway Blvd

    Grovetown, GA 30813

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    Dr. James Lemley's Practice 3

    3614 J Dewey Gray Cir Ste D

    Augusta, GA 30909

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

    Dr. Lemley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952308926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemley?

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

    What is Dr. James Lemley's specialty?

    Dr. Lemley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Thomson, GA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Lemley is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Doctors Hospital, Augusta University 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine 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 Dr. James Lemley accepting new patients in Thomson, GA?

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

    Does Dr. James Lemley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lemley's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Lemley's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lemley's office located?

    Dr. Lemley's offices are located in Thomson, GA, Grovetown, GA, and Augusta, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Lemley have?

    Dr. James Lemley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.