Summary

Dr. James Witten is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician with over five decades of clinical experience serving patients in the Salem area. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical System. With 54 years in practice, Dr. Witten has developed extensive expertise in respiratory and internal medicine care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Witten practices at Lewisgale Physicians in Salem, Virginia, and maintains affiliations with Lewisgale Center for Behavioral Health. His clinical focus centers on managing complex lung conditions, including COPD and chronic lung disease. He performs specialized breathing tests and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate respiratory function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 54 years of experience
  • 70 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Maryland Medical System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lewisgale Physicians

1802 Braeburn DrSalem, VA 24153
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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54 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Salem , VAMinneapolis , MNRichmond , VARoanoke , VA
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Alexander Witten

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • AARP - HMO-POS
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - POS
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - HMO-POS
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - HMO
  • Optima Health - Medicare
  • Optima Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • State Farm - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO-POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Alexander Witten has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Alexander Witten has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pneumonia
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Maryland Medical System

Medical School

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Witten speak?
Dr. James Witten speaks English.
Is Dr. James Witten accepting new patients?
Dr. James Witten is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Witten's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. James Witten accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Witten accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Witten affiliated with?
Dr. James Witten is affiliated with Lewisgale Center For Behavioral Health.
Where is Dr. James Witten's office located?
Dr. James Witten's office is located at 1802 Braeburn Dr, Salem, VA, 24153.

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