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Dr. James Alford, MD

Clinton, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alford, Family Medicine Specialist in Clinton, MI?

    Dr. James Alford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clinton, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Alford graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Alford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alford’s office at (517) 456-7449.

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

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alford board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Alford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alford treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Alford perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

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

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

    Does Dr. Alford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 456-7449 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alford accept in Clinton, MI?

    Dr. Alford in Clinton, 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

    • Bankers Life

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Alford's office located?

    Dr. James Alford's Primary Practice

    11775 Tecumseh Clinton Rd

    Clinton, MI 49236

    (517) 456-7449

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    Dr. James Alford's Practice 2

    128 Van Buren St

    Chelsea, MI 48118

    (734) 475-8677

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

    Dr. Alford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427026624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alford?

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

    What is Dr. James Alford's specialty?

    Dr. Alford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Clinton, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Alford to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Alford is affiliated with Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital, UM Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Cleveland Clinic Martin North 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Alford accepting new patients in Clinton, MI?

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

    Does Dr. James Alford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (517) 456-7449 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Alford?

    Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (517) 456-7449 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Alford have?

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

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