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Dr. James Eckard, MD

Chandler, AZ

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eckard, Anesthesiologist in Chandler, AZ?

    Dr. James Eckard, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Eckard completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Ball Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Eckard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eckard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eckard’s office at (480) 728-3000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Ball Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    Is Dr. Eckard board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Eckard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Eckard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Eckard typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Eckard 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. Eckard. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Childbirth Complication
    • Weak Labor Contractions
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Labor and delivery problem
    • Unspecified birth complication
    • Difficult delivery issue
    • Uterine inertia
    • Labor arrest
    • Failure to progress in labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O759: Complication of labor and delivery, unspecified
    • O622: Other uterine inertia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Does Dr. Eckard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eckard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 728-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eckard accept in Chandler, AZ?

    Dr. Eckard in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • State of Arizona

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eckard's office located?

    Dr. James Eckard's Primary Practice

    1955 W Frye Rd

    Chandler, AZ 85224

    (480) 728-3000

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

    Dr. Eckard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356350631.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eckard?

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

    What is Dr. James Eckard's specialty?

    Dr. Eckard is a Anesthesiologist near Chandler, AZ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Eckard is affiliated with Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Eckard accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. James Eckard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eckard's office at (480) 728-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Eckard?

    Please contact Dr. Eckard's office at (480) 728-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Eckard have?

    Dr. James Eckard is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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