Dr. James C. Varner, MD | Memphis, TN | Sports Medicine Physician

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Dr. Varner graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 1981. He works in Memphis, TN and 5 other locations and specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

accepting new patients
4.3

27 Ratings
45 years of experience
12 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Varner's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

27 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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DR JAMES C VARNER is the best doctor is the south Ive been to him numerous times and I go for months with no pain. I drive from HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, AR. and back just to see him. HE IS THE BEST KNEE DR IVE EVER MET.

December 11th, 2019

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Always on time and very attentive great experience

April 2nd, 2019

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Always on time and very attentive great experience

April 2nd, 2019

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My husband went to OrthoStat/Ortho Memphis in excruciating pain in his shoulder/neck/arm with numbness/tingling in his left hand. Dr. Varner basically called my husband a "junkie" and intimated he was just there for pain pills. NEVER have I been so angry and frustrated with any (so-called) medical professional. This was my husbands first experience at Ortho Memphis and, if it's up to me, it will be his last. I would recommend EVERYONE to avoid Ortho Memphis at all costs if you are in pain and suffering. I understand the opioid crisis we have in our country right now but it cannot be that difficult for a medical facility to access medical records to see if a patient has been treated/given medications previously. My husband rarely goes to any doctor and, in my opinion, this was akin to malpractice to treat him as though he was just there "for the pills". He wanted TREATMENT...not pills. Ortho Memphis provided neither.

October 6th, 2018

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Very, very intelligent, courteous, prompt, interested in your case, quickly seeks correct answers to your problem and the medical solution to resolve your issues. Highly recommend this orthopedic physician as the one to care for you. You will be greatly pleased. His staff are a mirror image of his dedication to you, his patient and you will be their number one focus.

June 1st, 2016

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great doc! Took care of my problem.....pronto! I'm gonna trust him again.....got another issue....going to see him Monday, hope he can fix this, like he did my last problem......it never hurt again!!

November 12th, 2014

Orthosouth

6286 Briarcrest Ave Ste 200Memphis, TN 38120

Tel: (901) 259-1600

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Orthosouth

7580 Clarington CvSouthaven, MS 38671

Tel: (901) 259-1600

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mississippi Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

391 Southcrest Cir Ste 205Southaven, MS 38671

Orthomemphis

6286 Briarcrest AveMemphis, TN 38120

Tel: (901) 261-7828

OrthoSouth

6286 Briarcrest Ave, #200Memphis, TN 38120

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

7601 Southcrest PkwySouthaven, MS 38671


Dr. James Carroll Varner, MD	Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD	Dr. Vinay Chopra, MD	Dr. James Theodore Galyon, MD
Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (27 Ratings)	2.4 (9 Ratings)	5 (68 Ratings)	4.3 (9 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	73 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Memphis , TN	Westfield , NJ	Middletown , NJ	Memphis , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: St Christopher Iba Mar Diop College Of Medicine	Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna
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Humana - Medicare
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Medicaid - Medicaid
Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
Medicare
Medicare - Medicare
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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Surgery

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Varner's NPI number is 1568429124.

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Where is Dr. James Varner's office located?: Dr. James Varner's office is located at 6286 Briarcrest Ave Ste 200, Memphis, TN, 38120.
What languages does Dr. James Varner speak?: Dr. James Varner speaks English.

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