Summary

Dr. James Rivers is an internal medicine physician with over three decades of clinical experience serving patients in Knoxville, Tennessee. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Rivers brings 34 years of expertise to his practice and provides care in English.

Dr. Rivers practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville, including Summit Medical Group at Fort Sanders and Summit Medical Group South Knoxville. He maintains hospital privileges at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and the University of Tennessee Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating joint pain and mobility issues such as limping. Rivers also provides care for patients with Alzheimer's disease and incorporates therapeutic approaches like physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 34 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Benjamin Rivers has 4 locations

Summit Medical Group At Fort Sanders

1819 Clinch Ave Ste 114Knoxville, TN 37916
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Summit Medical Group South Knoxville

7323 Chapman Hwy Ste 170Knoxville, TN 37920
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Tennessee Medical Center

1924 Alcoa HwyKnoxville, TN 37920

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Knoxville , TNLyons , CODu Bois , PAKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Benjamin Rivers

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • American Republic Insurance Company
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • POMCO
  • PreferredOne
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO SNP
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Benjamin Rivers has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Benjamin Rivers has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Stroke
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Rivers accepting new patients?
Dr. James Rivers is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Rivers's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. James Rivers speak?
Dr. James Rivers speaks English.
Does Dr. James Rivers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Rivers accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Rivers affiliated with?
Dr. James Rivers is affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
Where is Dr. James Rivers's office located?
Dr. James Rivers's office is located at 1819 Clinch Ave Ste 114, Knoxville, TN, 37916.

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