Summary

Dr. James Brien treats benign prostatic hyperplasia, urge incontinence, and urge incontinence in men, and performs cystoscopy, laparoscopy, and percutaneous sacral nerve evaluation. He practices urology and is affiliated with Mission Children's Hospital.

Board-certified in urology by the American Board of Urology, Dr. Brien earned his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. He sees patients in Asheville and Hendersonville, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Brien 4.7 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 22 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

James Brien has 2 locations

AdventHealth | Asheville Urological Associates Asheville

1 Doctors ParkAsheville, NC 28801
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

AdventHealth | Asheville Urological Associates Hendersonville

630 5th Avenue WHendersonville, NC 28739

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James Brien, MDDr. Steven Keith Lawton, MDDr. Burton Merrill FinkDr. Randall B Vanderbeek, MD
UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.5 
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22 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Asheville , NCAsheville , NCOkemos , MIAsheville , NC
Med School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Brien

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • APWU
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

James Brien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James Brien has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

James Brien holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina. They are board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 2004 and Texas A&M University / Main Campus in 2004.

NPI Number

James Brien's NPI number is 1538383658.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is James Brien affiliated with?
James Brien is affiliated with Mission Children's Hospital.
Does James Brien accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that James Brien accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with James Brien?
You can find contact information for James Brien here on Vitals.
Where is James Brien's office located?
James Brien's office is located at 1 Doctors Park, Asheville, NC, 28801.
Is James Brien accepting new patients?
James Brien is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Brien's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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