Summary

Dr. James Vales specializes in family medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training at Baptist Health System. With 40 years in practice, Dr. Vales communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vales practices with Advocate Medical Group in Normal, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Carle Bromenn Medical Center. They have experience treating conditions such as dysphagia and managing patients who experience falls. Their clinical skills include conducting bedside swallow evaluations and coordinating physical therapy services. Patients have given Dr. Vales an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 40 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baptist Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Advocate Medical Group

1302 Franklin Ave Ste 1100Normal, IL 61761
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Normal , ILOak Park , ILHouston , TXDes Plaines , IL
Med School: University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica, West Indies
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Steven Vales

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Steven Vales has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Steven Vales has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Skin Cancer
  • Vasectomy
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Baptist Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Vales' NPI number is 1083724405.

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Where is Dr. James Vales's office located?
Dr. James Vales's office is located at 1302 Franklin Ave Ste 1100, Normal, IL, 61761.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Vales affiliated with?
Dr. James Vales is affiliated with Carle Bromenn Medical Center.

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