Summary

James Portwood specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. They speak English and focus on treating a wide range of health conditions that affect families throughout their lives. Family medicine allows them to build long-term relationships with patients while addressing both immediate health concerns and ongoing wellness needs.

James Portwood practices at Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital and provides care in Murphy, North Carolina and Blairsville, Georgia. They have particular expertise in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and chronic kidney disease. Their practice also includes physical therapy services and specialized breathing tests like asthma challenge tests to help diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. James Portwood has 2 locations

Union General Hospital

35 Hospital RdBlairsville, GA 30512

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3.7 
8 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, German, Portuguese
Murphy , NCOrlando , FLManassas , VASheridan , WY
Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Portwood

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Portwood has the following specialty

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What languages does Dr. James Portwood speak?
Dr. James Portwood speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Portwood's office located?
Dr. James Portwood's office is located at 183 Ledford St, Murphy, NC, 28906.
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