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Dr. James Alexander, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Rochester, NY

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alexander, Family Medicine Specialist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. James Alexander, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexander completed his residency at Riverside Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (585) 487-2221.

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

    • Residency: Riverside Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States

    Is Dr. Alexander board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alexander typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alexander typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Alexander may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 487-2221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Alexander in Rochester, NY 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

    • Circles of Care

    • Highmark Health

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • Nascentia Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?

    Dr. James Alexander's Primary Practice

    300 Red Creek Dr Ste 200

    Rochester, NY 14623

    (585) 487-2221

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    Dr. James Alexander's Practice 2

    2400 S Clinton Ave Bldg H

    Rochester, NY 14618

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    What hospitals are Dr. Alexander affiliated with?

    Dr. Alexander has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Strong Memorial Hospital,Rochester, NY
    Highland Hospital - Highland Family Medicine,Rochester, NY
    Arnot Ogden Medical Center,Elmira, NY
    Ff Thompson Hospital,Canandaigua, NY
    Guthrie Corning Hospital,Corning, NY

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

    Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942272653.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?

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

    What is Dr. James Alexander's specialty?

    Dr. Alexander is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rochester, NY.

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

    No, Dr. Alexander is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Strong Memorial Hospital, Highland Hospital - Highland Family Medicine, Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Ff Thompson Hospital, Guthrie Corning Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. James Alexander accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

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

    Does Dr. James Alexander offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (585) 487-2221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (585) 487-2221 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?

    Dr. Alexander's office is located in Rochester, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Alexander have?

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