Summary

Dr. James Jarvis is an internal medicine physician with three decades of experience treating adult patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Health Center of Pittsburgh. Dr. Jarvis speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Jarvis practices at multiple UPMC locations throughout Pittsburgh, including UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Presbyterian. They specialize in managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and treating nail-related problems and injuries. Their practice also incorporates physical therapy and strength training approaches to help patients maintain optimal health. Patients have given Dr. Jarvis an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 30 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Health Center Of Pittsburgh
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. James R. Jarvis, MD has 2 locations

James R. Jarvis, MD

300 Halket StPittsburgh, PA 15213

James R. Jarvis, MD

5215 Centre AvePittsburgh, PA 15232

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.4 
30 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAElizabethtown , PADu Bois , PA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James R. Jarvis, MD

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Gateway Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James R. Jarvis, MD has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James R. Jarvis, MD has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Health Center Of Pittsburgh

Medical School

University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. James Jarvis, MD accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Jarvis, MD has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. James Jarvis, MD speak?
Dr. James Jarvis, MD speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. James Jarvis, MD accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Jarvis, MD accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Jarvis, MD affiliated with?
Dr. James Jarvis, MD is affiliated with Upmc Shadyside, Upmc Mercy, Upmc Magee Womens Hospital, Upmc Saint Margaret, Upmc Presbyterian, and Upmc Montefiore.
Is Dr. James Jarvis, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. James Jarvis, MD has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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