Summary

Dr. James Riser is a family medicine physician with additional training in emergency medicine who has been caring for patients for 46 years. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. Dr. Riser speaks English and brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Riser is affiliated with Forrest County General Hospital and practices at multiple locations in Picayune, Mississippi and Slidell, Louisiana. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His practice includes conducting health risk assessments and performing various screening tests. Patients have given Dr. Riser an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 46 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Matthew Riser has 3 locations

Ochsner Health Center East Picayune

2274 Highway 43 SPicayune, MS 39466
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ochsner Medical Center North Shore

100 Medical Center DrSlidell, LA 70461

Forrest County General Hospital

130 Highland PkwyPicayune, MS 39466

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3.8 
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46 Years of Experience 8 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, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Picayune , MSBoca Raton , FLOrlando , FLLawrenceville , GA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Matthew Riser

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Matthew Riser has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Matthew Riser has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Riser's NPI number is 1639212541.

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Dr. James Riser is affiliated with Forrest County General Hospital.
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