33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Childers, Internist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. James Childers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Childers graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and completed his residency at University Tex Med Br. Dr. Childers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childers’s office at (817) 334-1400.
Where did Dr. Childers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Tex Med Br
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | University of Texas Medical Branch
Is Dr. Childers board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Childers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Childers speak?
Dr. Childers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Childers typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Childers 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. Childers. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Childers typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Childers 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. Childers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Childers accept my insurance?
Dr. Childers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 334-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childers accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Childers in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Childers' office located?
Dr. James Childers' Primary Practice
5450 Clearfork Main St Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 76109
(817) 334-1400
What is Dr. Childers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629078290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childers
What is Dr. James Childers's specialty?
Dr. Childers is a Internist near Fort Worth, TX.
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 Childers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childers is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, United Regional Healthcare System 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Childers accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. James Childers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Childers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childers's office at (817) 334-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Childers?
Please contact Dr. Childers's office at (817) 334-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Childers have?
Dr. James Childers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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