19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tinsley, Family Medicine Specialist in Newport News, VA?
Dr. James Tinsley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Tinsley completed his residency at Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Tinsley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tinsley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tinsley’s office at (757) 873-2000.
Where did Dr. Tinsley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Family Medicine | Med College Of Virginia
Is Dr. Tinsley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Tinsley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tinsley speak?
Dr. Tinsley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tinsley typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tinsley 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. Tinsley. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Stroke
- Speech Loss
- Language Disorder
- Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoma
- Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma
- WM Lymphoma
- Waldenstrom's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- C880: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tinsley typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Tinsley may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Tinsley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tinsley accept my insurance?
Dr. Tinsley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 873-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tinsley accept in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Tinsley in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tinsley's office located?
What is Dr. Tinsley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tinsley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609861038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tinsley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tinsley
What is Dr. James Tinsley's specialty?
Dr. Tinsley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Newport News, VA.
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 this Dr. James Tinsley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tinsley is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional 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
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 James Tinsley accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?
Yes, Dr. James Tinsley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Tinsley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tinsley's office at (757) 873-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Tinsley?
Please contact Dr. Tinsley's office at (757) 873-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tinsley have?
Dr. James Tinsley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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