4.2
6 Ratings
Summary
Dr. James Direnna is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician with 45 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine, bringing decades of expertise to patient care. Dr. Direnna is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.
Dr. Direnna practices at multiple locations including University Hospital and Saint Lukes North Hospital in Columbia and Kansas City. His hospital affiliations include Mosaic Medical Center, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, University of Missouri Children's Hospital, and Boone Hospital Center. He specializes in treating upper respiratory infections and respiratory problems, while also addressing frequent infections in children. Common procedures he performs include rapid strep tests, urine analysis, and COVID-19 testing. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Direnna practices at multiple locations including University Hospital and Saint Lukes North Hospital in Columbia and Kansas City. His hospital affiliations include Mosaic Medical Center, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, University of Missouri Children's Hospital, and Boone Hospital Center. He specializes in treating upper respiratory infections and respiratory problems, while also addressing frequent infections in children. Common procedures he performs include rapid strep tests, urine analysis, and COVID-19 testing. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of North Texas Health Science Center College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James A Direnna has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. James A Direnna JR., DO | Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC | Dr. William Shaw Carlson, MD | Helix Virtual Care |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 45 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Columbia , MO | Orlando , FL | Santa Rosa Beach , FL | Boca Raton , FL |
| Med School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman) | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James A Direnna
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James A Direnna has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James A Direnna has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Dr. James A Direnna holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1982 and Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Direnna's NPI number is 1326066408.
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- What languages does Dr. James Direnna speak?
- Dr. James Direnna speaks English and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Direnna affiliated with?
- Dr. James Direnna is affiliated with Mosaic Medical Center In Saint Joseph, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Saint Lukes North Hospital, University Of Missouri Childrens Hospital, and Boone Hospital Center.
- Where is Dr. James Direnna's office located?
- Dr. James Direnna's office is located at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO, 65212.
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