JY
41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yates, Internist in Jacksonville, AL?
Dr. James Yates, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, AL. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Yates graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yates is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yates’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yates’s office at (256) 435-2180.
Where did Dr. Yates go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Yates board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Yates, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yates speak?
Dr. Yates and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yates typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Yates 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. Yates. 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:
- 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yates typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Yates 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. Yates' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yates accept my insurance?
Dr. Yates accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 435-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yates accept in Jacksonville, AL?
Dr. Yates in Jacksonville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Yates' office located?
What is Dr. Yates's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699769174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yates?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yates
What is Dr. James Yates's specialty?
Dr. Yates is a Internist near Jacksonville, AL.
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 Yates affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yates is affiliated with Rmc Anniston 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
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 Yates accepting new patients in Jacksonville, AL?
Yes, Dr. James Yates is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Yates offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yates's office at (256) 435-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Yates?
Please contact Dr. Yates's office at (256) 435-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Yates have?
Dr. James Yates is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Jacksonville, AL
RC
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Roland Cook, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Munford, AL with 2 additional practice locations.
Munford, AL
JH
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Joseph Hooks is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL with 2 additional practice locations.
Gadsden, AL
SM
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Sabrina Morgan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years.
Jacksonville, AL