Summary

Dr. James Shiver is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician with over four decades of experience serving patients. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency training at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Shiver speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his dual specialty practice.

Based in Athens, Georgia, Dr. Shiver practices at Athens Family Medicine and holds affiliations with Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Saint Marys Hospital. He treats complex conditions including heart failure and chronic kidney disease. His procedural expertise includes breast cancer screening and scintimammography, a specialized breast imaging technique. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shiver highly, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Michael Shiver has 3 locations

Athens Family Medicine

2205 Barnett Shoals RdAthens, GA 30605
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Marys Hospital

1230 Baxter StAthens, GA 30606

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Dr. James Michael Shiver, MDClarissa Smith, APRN, PMHNP, FNPDr. Kimberly EideGreg Williams, FNP
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
44 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Athens , GAAtlanta , GAAtlanta , GABaxley , GA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Michael Shiver

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Clover Health
  • GEHA
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Golden Rule
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Michael Shiver has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Michael Shiver has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. James Michael Shiver holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Shiver's NPI number is 1811982952.

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Dr. James Shiver speaks English.

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