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Dr. James Brown, MD

Peabody, MA

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    Who is Dr. Brown, Internist in Peabody, MA?

    Dr. James Brown, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Peabody, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brown graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La State Univ Hp-Shreveport, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (978) 977-4210.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brown?

    Dr. James Brown, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Brown empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Peabody/MA community, Dr. Brown is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Hp-Shreveport, Internal Medicine | Salem Hospital

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Tonsil Cancer
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Brown perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Brown may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brown's office.

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 977-4210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Peabody, MA?

    Dr. Brown in Peabody, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. James Brown's Primary Practice

    2 Corporation Way Ste 180

    Peabody, MA 01960

    (978) 977-4210

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    Dr. James Brown's Practice 2

    2 Essex Center Dr

    Peabody, MA 01960

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    Dr. James Brown's Practice 3

    133 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134194855.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. James Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Internist near Peabody, MA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Brown to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Brown is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salem Hospital - Salem, MA. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Brown accepting new patients in Peabody, MA?

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

    Does Dr. James Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (978) 977-4210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (978) 977-4210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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