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Dr. James Collins, MD

Burlington, VT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Collins, Family Medicine Specialist in Burlington, VT?

    Dr. James Collins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burlington, VT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Collins completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (716) 893-1010.

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

    • Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Collins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Collins treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Neuropathy Type 1
    • Juvenile Diabetes with Nerve Damage
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1040: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63549: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of unspecified cerebellar artery

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    What procedures does Dr. Collins perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Collins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Collins. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 893-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Burlington, VT?

    Dr. Collins in Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Collins' office located?

    Dr. James Collins' Primary Practice

    98 Starr Farm Rd

    Burlington, VT 05408

    (716) 893-1010

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    Dr. James Collins' Practice 2

    7264 Nash Rd

    North Tonawanda, NY 14120

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    Dr. James Collins' Practice 3

    76 Buffalo St

    Hamburg, NY 14075

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

    Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104819200.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?

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

    What is Dr. James Collins's specialty?

    Dr. Collins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Burlington, VT. 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. Contact Dr. Collins to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Collins accepting new patients in Burlington, VT?

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

    Does Dr. James Collins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (716) 893-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Collins?

    Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (716) 893-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Collins have?

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

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