Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harkness, Hospitalist in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. James Harkness, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Great Falls, MT. Dr. Harkness graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Harkness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harkness’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harkness’s office at (406) 731-8888.
Where did Dr. Harkness go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Harkness speak?
Dr. Harkness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Harkness treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Harkness 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. Harkness. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lobar Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Lobe Infection
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Severe Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Harkness perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. James Harkness may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Harkness' office.
Does Dr. Harkness accept my insurance?
Dr. Harkness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 731-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harkness accept in Great Falls, MT?
Dr. Harkness in Great Falls, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
First Administrators
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
Steward Health Choice
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Where is Dr. Harkness' office located?
What is Dr. Harkness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harkness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376502658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harkness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harkness
What is Dr. James Harkness's specialty?
Dr. Harkness is a Hospitalist near Great Falls, MT. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Harkness to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Harkness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harkness is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is James Harkness accepting new patients in Great Falls, MT?
Yes, Dr. James Harkness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Harkness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harkness's office at (406) 731-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Harkness?
Please contact Dr. Harkness's office at (406) 731-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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