Summary

James Badger treats ventral hernia, acute cholecystitis, and cholelithiasis, and performs laparoscopy, laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, and hernia repair surgery in children. They practice surgery and are affiliated with Stanford Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, Stanford Health Care, and Stanford Medicine Pediatrics. They have practiced surgery for 41 years and speak English and Spanish. They earned their medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and see patients in Palo Alto, California. Patients on Vitals rate James Badger 4.75 out of 5.

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 , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco 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

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.
What languages does James Badger speak?
James Badger speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with James Badger?
You can find contact information for James Badger here on Vitals.
Does James Badger accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
James Badger has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is James Badger's office located?
James Badger's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr Garden Level, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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