18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ames, Internist in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. James Ames, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Ames graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Ames is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ames’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ames’s office at (602) 843-1313.
Where did Dr. Ames go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Ames speak?
Dr. Ames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ames typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ames 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. Ames. 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:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ames typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ames 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. Ames' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ames accept my insurance?
Dr. Ames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 843-1313 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ames accept in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Ames in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ames' office located?
Dr. James Ames' Primary Practice
5651 W Talavi Blvd Ste 170
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 843-1313
What is Dr. Ames's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811998933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ames?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ames
What is Dr. James Ames's specialty?
Dr. Ames is a Internist near Glendale, AZ.
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 Ames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ames is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Valleywise Health Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb 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
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Is James Ames accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. James Ames is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Ames offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (602) 843-1313 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Ames?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (602) 843-1313 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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