James D. Kozarek, MD | Edinburgh, IN | Family Physician

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Dr. James Kozarek is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health. He completed his residency at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and brings over four decades of medical experience to his practice. Dr. Kozarek provides care in English for patients and families throughout the community.

Dr. Kozarek practices at Optum Primary Care in Edinburgh, Indiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Columbus Regional Health. He specializes in treating substance use disorders, including teen substance use issues, and manages chronic conditions like Type 2 diabetes. His clinical expertise includes performing blood tests and providing comprehensive end-of-life care, including hospice services and life-prolonging treatments. Patients rate Dr. Kozarek an average of 4.0 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4

35 Ratings
43 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
St Marys Hospital Medical Center
8 written reviews
1 specialty
7 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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35 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I have been a patient of Dr. Kozarek since the late 80's(88-89)and I have had nothing, but exceptional care & concern from him. He's an excellent physician who gets to the bottom of your situation, running tests, and/or referring you to other 'Specialty' physicians! I'm so glad to have a physician like him. I dread the day that he's going to want to retire, sadly. I know he's worked hard & for a long time, but I don't know if you can find any other kind, caring, excellent physicians to take his place.

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May 11th, 2021

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Took my client in multiple times over and over. He had lost over 100 pounds, and Everytime we came in Dr. Kozarek threw his hands up saying he didn't know what was wrong. Got my client a new doctor and in three weeks and one simple blood test showed it was cancer! Came in because he wasn't feeling well his BP was 84/52 and doctor said I will trade numbers. What a joke of a doctor. Hopefully it's not too late. No thanks to this doctor that can't pay attention to the symptoms of CANCER!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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May 17th, 2019

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he always courteous nice respectfull a Dr that hard to find these days he is. a great dr

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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January 18th, 2016

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Dr. Kozarek had been my Doctor for many years. He diagnosed a problem with my pancreas where other Doctors failed. I would not be alive today without him. I have found him to be very kind and careing. I would recommend him to anyone.

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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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March 22nd, 2012

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Dr Kozarek is a rarity he is a Dr. who is actually compassionate to him this is not just a pay check i have been his patient for years i was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and he has done everything he can do to see to it im taken care of as a patient

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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

Needs Improvement

May 16th, 2011

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There are a lot of good things I can say about Dr.Kozarek, he is a very kind and caring doctor! He's awesome at listening to his patients and helping them when they are sick! His staff is always so nice, and if you need to see the doctor they get you in to see him asap! I would recommend him to anyone who wants or needs a genuine down to earth, all around good hearted doc!

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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

Needs Improvement

December 18th, 2009

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Dr Kozarek is outstanding. He is professioal, personable, minimally invasive and has a keen sense of humor! And, his staff is caring, knowledgable & efficient.

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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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November 30th, 2009

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If this is your family doctor I would advise changing or at least getting a second opinion for anything serious. He misdiagnosed my uncle with a sore throat and by the time we found out he had throat cancer it was too late. That's jus one incident of many with this doctor.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

November 2nd, 2009

Optum Primary Care - Edinburgh

911 E Main Cross StEdinburgh, IN 46124

Tel: (812) 526-0261

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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James D Kozarek, MD	Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC	Dr. Nichola Antionette Patton, DNP, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC	Dr. Parth Bhavsar
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (35 Ratings)	4.2 (5 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, German, Portuguese	Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Edinburgh , IN	Orlando , FL	Sheridan , WY	Lawrenceville , GA
Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health			Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

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Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

James D Kozarek holds an active medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Marys Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health in 1983.

NPI Number

James D Kozarek's NPI number is 1235216763.

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Which hospitals is James Kozarek affiliated with?: James Kozarek is affiliated with Columbus Regional Health.
Where is James Kozarek's office located?: James Kozarek's office is located at 911 E Main Cross St, Edinburgh, IN, 46124.
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