Summary

Dr. James Dreese is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. He completed his medical residency training at two prestigious institutions: the Hospital for Special Surgery and University of North Carolina Hospital, both in 1998. Dr. Dreese holds board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Dreese practices at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and sees patients at locations in Timonium and Ellicott City, Maryland. He focuses on helping patients with joint pain and knee-related problems, including knee sprains. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy programs and strength training regimens to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Dreese an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital For Special Surgery
  • 61 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

James C. Dreese has 2 locations

MedStar Health Orthopedics at Timonium

2118 Greenspring DriveTimonium, MD 21093
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

MedStar Health Orthopedics at Ellicott City

9501 Old Annapolis Road Dorsey Hall Medical Center, Suite 220Ellicott City, MD 21042

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James C. Dreese, MDDr. Daniel Tang, MDDr. Richard M. Smith, MDDr. Barry Waldman, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.4 
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42 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Timonium , MDColumbia , MDOwings Mills , MDBaltimore , MD
Med School: Howard University Medical School Med School: Drexel University College of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James C. Dreese

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware - PPO
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

James C. Dreese has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James C. Dreese has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

James C. Dreese holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital For Special Surgery in 1998 and University North Carolina Hospital in 1998.

NPI Number

James C. Dreese's NPI number is 1184687493.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is James Dreese's office located?
James Dreese's office is located at 2118 Greenspring Drive, Timonium, MD, 21093.
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