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Dr. James Donald, MD

Chatom, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Donald, Family Medicine Specialist in Chatom, AL?

    Dr. James Donald, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chatom, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Donald graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AL COLL OF MEDICINE. Dr. Donald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Donald’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Donald’s office at (251) 847-6262.

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

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AL COLL OF MEDICINE

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Donald speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Donald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Donald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 847-6262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Donald accept in Chatom, AL?

    Dr. Donald in Chatom, AL 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 Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Donald's office located?

    Dr. James Donald's Primary Practice

    14634 Saint Stephens Ave

    Chatom, AL 36518

    (251) 847-6262

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    Dr. James Donald's Practice 2

    P O Box

    Chatom, AL 36518

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

    Dr. Donald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558339234.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Donald?

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

    What is Dr. James Donald's specialty?

    Dr. Donald is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chatom, AL.

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

    Yes, Dr. Donald is affiliated with Ochsner Rush 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 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 James Donald accepting new patients in Chatom, AL?

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

    Does Dr. James Donald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Donald's office at (251) 847-6262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Donald?

    Please contact Dr. Donald's office at (251) 847-6262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Donald have?

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

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