29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. James, Internist in Royal Oak, MI?
Dr. Joseph James, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Royal Oak, MI. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. James graduated from Pondicherry University Jawaharlal Institute and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. James is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, 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 (248) 898-6059.
Where did Dr. James go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Internal Medicine | Beaumont Hospitals
Medical School: Pondicherry University Jawaharlal Institute | Pondicherry University Jawaharlal Institute
Is Dr. James board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph James, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. James speak?
Dr. James and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. James typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Lipoprotein Metabolism Disorder
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Lipid disorder
- Dyslipoproteinemia
- Genetic metabolic disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E789: Disorder of lipoprotein metabolism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. James typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph James may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (248) 898-6059 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. James accept in Royal Oak, MI?
Dr. James in Royal Oak, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Other TPA
Spectrum / Priority Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. James' office located?
Dr. Joseph James' Primary Practice
3535 W 13 Mile Rd Ste 635
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 898-6059
What is Dr. James's NPI number?An 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 1154398196.
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. Joseph James's specialty?
Dr. James is a Internist near Royal Oak, MI.
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. Joseph James affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. James is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph James accepting new patients in Royal Oak, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph James is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph James offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (248) 898-6059 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph James?
Please contact Dr. James's office at (248) 898-6059 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph James have?
Dr. Joseph James is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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