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Dr. James Metzger, MD

Golden, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Metzger, Internist in Golden, CO?

    Dr. James Metzger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Golden, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Metzger completed his residency at Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Metzger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metzger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metzger’s office at (303) 949-1250.

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

    • Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co

    Is Dr. Metzger board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Metzger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Metzger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Metzger typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Metzger 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. Metzger. 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:

    • Dementia
    • Dementia with Behavioral Changes
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Dementia with behavioral problems
    • Cognitive decline with behavior issues
    • Memory loss with personality changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance

    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:

    • 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Metzger typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Metzger performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Metzger. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Metzger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Metzger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 949-1250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Metzger accept in Golden, CO?

    Dr. Metzger in Golden, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Denver Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Metzger's office located?

    Dr. James Metzger's Primary Practice

    5920 McIntyre St

    Golden, CO 80403

    (303) 949-1250

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    Dr. James Metzger's Practice 2

    999 17th St Ste 500

    Denver, CO 80202

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

    Dr. Metzger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447222716.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metzger?

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

    What is Dr. James Metzger's specialty?

    Dr. Metzger is a Internist near Golden, CO.

    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 Metzger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Metzger is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Metzger accepting new patients in Golden, CO?

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

    Does Dr. James Metzger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (303) 949-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Metzger?

    Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (303) 949-1250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Metzger have?

    Dr. James Metzger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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