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Dr. James Sams, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Sandusky, MI

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sams, Family Medicine Specialist in Sandusky, MI?

    Dr. James Sams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sandusky, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Sams completed his residency at Bon Secours Cottage Hlth Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Sams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sams’s office at (810) 648-3229.

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

    • Residency: Bon Secours Cottage Hlth Sys, Family Medicine | Bon Secours Cottage Health Sys

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Sams speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sams 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. Sams. 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 Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Sams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 648-3229 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sams accept in Sandusky, MI?

    Dr. Sams in Sandusky, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ameraplan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sams' office located?

    Dr. James Sams' Primary Practice

    170 W Argyle St

    Sandusky, MI 48471

    (810) 648-3229

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    Dr. James Sams' Practice 2

    251 E Peck Rd

    Peck, MI 48466

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    Dr. James Sams' Practice 3

    306 S Washington Ave Ste 600

    Royal Oak, MI 48067

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

    Dr. Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568463800.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sams?

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

    What is Dr. James Sams's specialty?

    Dr. Sams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sandusky, MI.

    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 Sams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sams is affiliated with Mclaren Port Huron, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital 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 Sams accepting new patients in Sandusky, MI?

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

    Does Dr. James Sams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (810) 648-3229 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (810) 648-3229 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sams' office located?

    Dr. Sams' offices are located in Sandusky, MI, Peck, MI, and Royal Oak, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Sams have?

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