Summary

Dr. James Bunker is a dermatologist and internal medicine physician with 38 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Colorado Health. Dr. Bunker speaks English and provides comprehensive care for both skin conditions and internal medicine needs.

Dr. Bunker practices at Ogallala Community Hospital and sees patients in North Platte and McCook, Nebraska. He specializes in treating various forms of skin cancer, including basal cell and squamous cell cancers. His expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose and treat his patients. Patients have given Dr. Bunker an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 38 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Dean Bunker has 3 locations

Platte Valley Skin Clinic

825 S Willow StNorth Platte, NE 69101
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Great Plains Health

601 W Leota StNorth Platte, NE 69101

Community Hospital

1301 E H StMc Cook, NE 69001

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: Brown Medical School Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Dean Bunker

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Dean Health Plan
  • First Choice Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • ProviDRs Care (WPPA)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Dean Bunker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Dean Bunker has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Internal Medicine
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Colorado Health

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Bunker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. James Bunker's office located?
Dr. James Bunker's office is located at 825 S Willow St, North Platte, NE, 69101.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Bunker affiliated with?
Dr. James Bunker is affiliated with Ogallala Community Hospital.
Does Dr. James Bunker accept my insurance?
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