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Dr. James Ross, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Tulsa, OK

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ross, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. James Ross, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Ross graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at In His Image Inc, Family Medicine. Dr. Ross is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ross’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ross’s office at (918) 579-1000.

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

    • Residency: In His Image Inc, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ross board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Ross speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ross typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ross 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. Ross. 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 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcopenia
    • Age-related muscle loss
    • Muscle weakness in older adults
    • Progressive muscle loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6284: Sarcopenia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Condition
    • Cardiac Disease
    • Heart Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I519: Heart disease, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ross typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Ross may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ross' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ross accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 579-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ross accept in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Ross in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Oklahoma

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Ross' office located?

    Palliative Care Dept

    1120 S Utica Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74104

    (918) 579-1000

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    Dr. James Ross' Practice 2

    6271 E 120th Ct Ste 200

    Tulsa, OK 74137

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ross affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ross has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Osu Medical Center,Tulsa, OK
    Ascension St. John Sapulpa,Sapulpa, OK
    Cleveland Area Hospital,Cleveland, OK

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

    Dr. Ross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285605113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ross?

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

    What is Dr. James Ross's specialty?

    Dr. Ross is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Tulsa, OK.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ross is affiliated with Hillcrest Medical Center, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. James Ross accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?

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

    Does Dr. James Ross offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ross' office at (918) 579-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Ross?

    Please contact Dr. Ross' office at (918) 579-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ross' office located?

    Dr. Ross' office is located in Tulsa, OK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ross have?

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