Summary

Dr. James Brown is a pulmonologist and internal medicine specialist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and brings 54 years of clinical experience to his practice.

Dr. Brown is affiliated with San Francisco VA Medical Center, where he provides comprehensive care in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases with complex comorbidities. He performs pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and offers bronchodilator reversibility testing to help determine the best treatment approaches. Dr. Brown also provides pulmonary rehabilitation services to help patients improve their breathing and overall quality of life.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 54 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

San Francisco Vamc

4150 Clement StSan Francisco, CA 94121

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
54 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
San Francisco , CAEmeryville , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FACULTY OF MEDICINE Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kingsbury Brown

  • AARP
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Kingsbury Brown has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Kingsbury Brown has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. James Kingsbury Brown 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 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Brown's NPI number is 1801982590.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Brown accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Brown has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Brown's office located?
Dr. James Brown's office is located at 4150 Clement St, San Francisco, CA, 94121.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Brown?
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Brown affiliated with?
Dr. James Brown is affiliated with San Francisco Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Brown accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Brown accepts on their Vitals profile.

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