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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. 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 (734) 475-8677.

    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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alford typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    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

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Alford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 475-8677 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alford's office located?

    Dr. James Alford's Primary Practice

    11775 Tecumseh Clinton Rd

    Clinton, MI 49236

    (734) 475-8677

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    Dr. James Alford's Practice 2

    128 Van Buren St

    Chelsea, MI 48118

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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.

    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 Alford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alford is affiliated with Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman 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 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 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 (734) 475-8677 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 (734) 475-8677 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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