26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Evans, Rheumatologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. James Evans, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Evans graduated from University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Evans is fluent in English, French, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Evans’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Evans’s office at (520) 420-2250.
Where did Dr. Evans go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | University of South Dakota
Is Dr. Evans board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. James Evans, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Evans speak?
Dr. Evans and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Evans treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Other Forms of Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Secondary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
Which procedures does Dr. Evans perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Evans may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Evans' office.
Does Dr. Evans accept my insurance?
Dr. Evans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 420-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Evans accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Evans in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Evans' office located?
What is Dr. Evans's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Evans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295721413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Evans?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Evans
What is Dr. James Evans's specialty?
Dr. Evans is a Rheumatologist near Tucson, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Evans to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Evans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Evans is affiliated with Tucson Medical 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is James Evans accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. James Evans is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Evans offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Evans's office at (520) 420-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Evans?
Please contact Dr. Evans's office at (520) 420-2250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Evans have?
Dr. James Evans is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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