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Dr. Mark James

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Greensboro, NC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. James, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. Mark James is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greensboro, NC. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. James completed his residency at U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Family Medicine. Dr. James is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. James’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. James’s office at (719) 365-6820.

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

    • Residency: U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok

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

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

    What languages does Dr. James speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

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

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

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

    Does Dr. James accept my insurance?

    Dr. James accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 365-6820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Greensboro, NC?

    Dr. James in Greensboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • 6 Degrees Health

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • American Plan Administrators

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • HealthRight Group

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

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    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. Mark James' Primary Practice

    1200 N Elm St

    Greensboro, NC 27401

    (719) 365-6820

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    What hospitals are Dr. James affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. James has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Catawba Valley Medical Center,Hickory, NC
    Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center,Winston Salem, NC
    Centracare - Redwood Hospital,Redwood Falls, MN
    Caldwell Memorial Hospital,Lenoir, NC
    Buffalo Hospital,Buffalo, MN

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

    Dr. James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275509390.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. James?

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

    What is Dr. Mark James's specialty?

    Dr. James is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Greensboro, NC.

    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. Mark James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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 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. Mark James accepting new patients in Greensboro, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Mark James offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (719) 365-6820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. James' office at (719) 365-6820 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. James' office located?

    Dr. James' office is located in Greensboro, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark James have?

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