Summary

Dr. James Fritzsche specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad C E T E C Escuela De Medicina and completed his residency training at East Tennessee State University. With 44 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Fritzsche serves patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fritzsche maintains affiliations with multiple hospitals throughout the Memphis area, including Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital Collierville, and Methodist University Hospital. He provides care in Memphis, Tennessee, and Southaven, Mississippi. His emergency medicine expertise includes treating abdominal pain and flank pain, while he also specializes in emergency care procedures and electrocardiogram services. Patients consistently rate Dr. Fritzsche highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • East Tennessee State University
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 9 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche has 3 locations

Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis

6019 Walnut Grove RdMemphis, TN 38120

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

7601 Southcrest PkwySouthaven, MS 38671

Select Specialty Hospital Memphis East

6019 Walnut Grove Rd Fl 4Memphis, TN 38120

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche, MD
Dr. Sheetal Patel, MD
Dr. Parth Bhavsar
Dr. Jana Robinson, MD
Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche, MDDr. Sheetal Patel, MDDr. Parth BhavsarDr. Jana Robinson, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
44 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Gujarati Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNLawrenceville , GAMemphis , TN
Med School: Universidad C E T E C Escuela De Medicina Med School: Medical University Of Lublin Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Accidents
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Injury
  • Trauma

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. James Lealand Fritzsche holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at East Tennessee State University.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad C E T E C Escuela De Medicina in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Fritzsche's NPI number is 1104867423.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Fritzsche affiliated with?
Dr. James Fritzsche is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL COLLIERVILLE, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, Methodist University Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton, Methodist North Hospital, Baptist Memorial Restorative Care Hospital For East, METHODIST SOUTH HOSPITAL, and Select Specialty Hospital Memphis East.
Where is Dr. James Fritzsche's office located?
Dr. James Fritzsche's office is located at 6019 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN, 38120.
Does Dr. James Fritzsche accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Fritzsche accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. James Fritzsche speak?
Dr. James Fritzsche speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Fritzsche?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Fritzsche here on Vitals.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.