Summary

James Badger is a surgeon who specializes in surgical care with over four decades of experience in the field. They completed their medical education at the University of California Davis School of Medicine and has been practicing surgery for 41 years. James Badger provides care in both English and Spanish to serve diverse patient populations.

They practice at Stanford Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and other Stanford Health Care locations throughout Palo Alto, California. James Badger focuses on treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallbladder inflammation, and gallstones. Their surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal surgery, and specialized hernia repair surgery for pediatric patients. Patients rate James Badger 4.8 out of 5 stars for their care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

James Badger

900 Blake Wilbur Dr Garden LevelPalo Alto, CA 94304

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Palo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CARedwood City , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Badger

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

James Badger has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James Badger has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

James Badger holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

James Badger's NPI number is 1255360863.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is James Badger's office located?
James Badger's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Garden Level, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Which hospitals is James Badger affiliated with?
James Badger is affiliated with Stanford Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford, Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Pediatrics, and Stanford Hospital.
What languages does James Badger speak?
James Badger speaks English and Spanish.
Does James Badger accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that James Badger accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is James Badger accepting new patients?
James Badger is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Badger's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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