Summary

Dr. James Buirkle is an internal medicine physician with 46 years of experience helping patients manage their health and medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers and completed his residency training at UMDNJ and U Med-Dent. Dr. Buirkle is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Buirkle practices at The Valley Hospital and sees patients in River Vale, New Jersey. He treats conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and back pain during pregnancy. His services include physical therapy guidance, strength training recommendations, and laboratory work like complete blood counts. Patients have given Dr. Buirkle an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UMDNJ
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Englewood Health Physician Network - Old Tappan Medical Group at River Vale

645 Westwood Avenue 2nd FloorRiver Vale, NJ 07675

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46 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi Speaks English, Russian
River Vale , NJFairfield , NJHicksville , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Rutgers Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: First Tashkent State Medical Institute
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James E. Buirkle

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. James E. Buirkle has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James E. Buirkle has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

UMDNJ
U Med-Dent

Medical School

RutgersGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Buirkle accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. James Buirkle speak?
Dr. James Buirkle speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Buirkle?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Buirkle here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Buirkle affiliated with?
Dr. James Buirkle is affiliated with The Valley Hospital.
Does Dr. James Buirkle accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Buirkle accepts on their Vitals profile.

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