Summary

Dr. James Follett is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 15 years of clinical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of South Florida Medical Center. Dr. Follett is fluent in both English and Vietnamese, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Follett practices at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida, where he focuses on managing complex medical conditions that require hospitalization. He has particular expertise in treating advanced chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, and heart failure. His clinical skills include ordering and interpreting comprehensive blood work, kidney function tests, and detailed chemistry panels to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • 15 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Vietnamese
  • University Of South Florida Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Tampa General Hospital

1 Tampa General CirTampa, FL 33606
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Austin Follett

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Ambetter
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Freedom Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Simply Healthcare
  • State Farm - POS
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Austin Follett has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Austin Follett has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of South Florida Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof MedGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Follett's office located?
Dr. James Follett's office is located at 1 Tampa General Cir, Tampa, FL, 33606.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Follett?
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Does Dr. James Follett accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Follett has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. James Follett speak?
Dr. James Follett speaks English and Vietnamese.
Does Dr. James Follett accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Follett accepts on their Vitals profile.

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