Summary

Dr. James Russell is a hematology and oncology specialist who has dedicated over four decades to treating blood disorders and cancer. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 1985. With 42 years of experience in practice, Dr. Russell brings extensive expertise to complex hematological conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Russell practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, anemia, and sickle cell crisis. His procedural expertise includes anticoagulation therapy and lupus anticoagulant testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Russell highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. James Russell

3400 Civic Center BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia , PAVoorhees , NJBlue Bell , PAWilmington , DE
Med School: Stanford University School of Medicine Med School: ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Russell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth Caritas (Transplant patients only)
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Rail Road Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Russell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Russell has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hematologist
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania1985

Medical School

Stanford University School of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Russell affiliated with?
Dr. James Russell is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Where is Dr. James Russell's office located?
Dr. James Russell's office is located at 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Is Dr. James Russell accepting new patients?
Dr. James Russell is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Russell's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. James Russell speak?
Dr. James Russell speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Russell?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Russell here on Vitals.

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