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Dr. James Prattas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prattas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. James Prattas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Prattas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prattas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prattas’s office at (305) 585-7110.

    Is Dr. Prattas board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Prattas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Prattas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prattas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prattas 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. Prattas. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prattas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Prattas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Prattas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prattas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 585-7110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prattas accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Prattas in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Prattas' office located?

    Dr. James Prattas' Primary Practice

    1611 NW 12th Ave

    Miami, FL 33136

    (305) 585-7110

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    Dr. James Prattas' Practice 2

    9333 SW 152nd St

    Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

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

    Dr. Prattas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316912157.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prattas?

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

    What is Dr. James Prattas's specialty?

    Dr. Prattas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Miami, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Prattas is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center, Jackson North Medical Center, North Shore Medical Center - Miami, Fl, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Memorial Regional Hospital, Coral Gables Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Prattas accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. James Prattas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prattas' office at (305) 585-7110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Prattas' office at (305) 585-7110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Prattas' office located?

    Dr. Prattas' offices are located in Miami, FL and Palmetto Bay, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Prattas have?

    Dr. James Prattas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.