4.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. James Bales is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in infectious disease. He earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and has been practicing for 55 years, bringing extensive experience to his patient care.
Dr. Bales practices at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA. His expertise includes treating foot pain and nail conditions like thickened nails and fungal infections. He performs procedures such as surgical nail removal and colonoscopies to help diagnose and treat his patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Bales practices at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA. His expertise includes treating foot pain and nail conditions like thickened nails and fungal infections. He performs procedures such as surgical nail removal and colonoscopies to help diagnose and treat his patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 55 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. James David Bales, MD | Dr. Naeem Silat, MD | Dr. Adama Diarra, DO | Dr. Cora M. Ludwig, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 55 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi | Speaks English, French, Bambara | Speaks English | |
| Tacoma , WA | Murphy , TX | Tigard , OR | Clackamas , OR |
| Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: Dow Medical College | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James David Bales
Medical Specialties
Dr. James David Bales has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James David Bales has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
Dr. James David Bales holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine in 1971.
NPI Number
Dr. Bales' NPI number is 1295751972.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. James David Bales affiliated with?
- Dr. James David Bales is affiliated with Madigan Army Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. James David Bales's office located?
- Dr. James David Bales's office is located at 9040 Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98431.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James David Bales?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James David Bales here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. James David Bales accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James David Bales accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. James David Bales accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James David Bales has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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