James Fox, MD | Tyler, TX | Internist

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Dr. James Fox treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs therapeutic hypothermia, pulmonary function testing, and CT scans. He practices internal medicine and pulmonology and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Fox is affiliated with UT Health North Campus Tyler in Tyler, Texas, where he earned his degree from the University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fox 5 out of 5.

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5

14 Ratings
19 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University of Texas Medical School, Houston
10 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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James Fox's Ratings and Reviews

5

14 Ratings with 10 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Super listener!

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September 22nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Fox is probably the very most attentive, caring physician I've ever encountered. He asked questions that lead to the most reasonable steps in my very complicated medical issues.

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May 31st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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He explained it to us in a way that I could understand very well

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

April 3rd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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First visit with Dr. Fox and I was very impressed. Staff was great and Dr. Very professional and thorough. I plan to continue with him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 16th, 2023

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I have complete confidence in Dr. Fox. Not only does he have excellent credentials, he listens, explains and genuinely cares. Been seeing him several years, and my sister has been seeing him even longer. Highly recommended by both of us.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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January 9th, 2023

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This is an excellent pulmonary department. Love Dr. Fox. He is caring and professional.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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July 11th, 2022

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I am very proud to have Dr Fox on my side for my health care. He explains everything in terms l can understand and he is sincere about my health care.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 13th, 2022

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Never dread an appointment there. Staff is efficient. Dr. Fox has a calming approach, very easy to talk to and understand. He seems to sincerely care.

February 16th, 2022

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I felt very educated and reassured following my appointment. Dr. Fox is kind, thorough, informative and very professional. I am glad to have found him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 22nd, 2021

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Very good doctor and staff, is very patient and explains things very well. I truly like these people

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

Flexible scheduling

March 14th, 2019

UT Health North Campus Tyler

11937 US Hwy. 271Tyler, TX 75708

Tel: (903) 877-7000

Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm


James Fox, MD	Dr. Adnan Rafiq, MD	Dr. Dhruv Markan, MD	Yasir Ahmed, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (14 Ratings)	4.3 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
19 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi	Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi
Tyler , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX
Med School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston	Med School: New Jersey Medical School		Med School: Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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James Fox holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston in 2007.

NPI Number

James Fox's NPI number is 1962602789.

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Does James Fox accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that James Fox accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is James Fox affiliated with?: James Fox is affiliated with Ut Health North Campus Tyler.
Where is James Fox's office located?: James Fox's office is located at 11937 US Hwy. 271, Tyler, TX, 75708.
Does James Fox accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: James Fox has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is James Fox accepting new patients?: James Fox has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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