Summary

Dr. James Chance has practiced ophthalmology for 50 years and is affiliated with CarolinaEast Medical Center. He speaks English and Spanish and sees patients in New Bern and Morehead City, North Carolina. He completed his residency at Geisinger Health System. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chance 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Geisinger Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has 2 locations

Coastal Eye Clinic Pa

802 Mccarthy BlvdNew Bern, NC 28562
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 - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Coastal Eye Clinic

3504 Bridges StMorehead City, NC 28557
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

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Dr. James Kenneth Chance, MDDr. Nitin Gupta, MDDr. James Carey Pate, MDDr. Thaddeus Donald Klimpel, DO
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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50 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
New Bern , NCRaleigh , NCRaleigh , NCCamp Lejeune , NC
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Kenneth Chance

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Kenneth Chance has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. James Kenneth Chance holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Geisinger Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Chance's NPI number is 1992719009.

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Is Dr. James Chance accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. James Chance speak?
Dr. James Chance speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. James Chance accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Chance accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. James Chance's office located?
Dr. James Chance's office is located at 802 Mccarthy Blvd, New Bern, NC, 28562.
Does Dr. James Chance accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Chance has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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