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Summary
Dr. Russell James specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores and speaks English with his patients.
Dr. James practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton and facilities in Wilkes Barre. He focuses on treating conditions such as abdominal pain, including pregnancy-related abdominal discomfort, and nausea with vomiting. His expertise includes providing emergency care, administering intravenous therapy, and performing therapeutic hypothermia when medically indicated.
Dr. James practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including Lehigh Valley Hospital in Hazleton and facilities in Wilkes Barre. He focuses on treating conditions such as abdominal pain, including pregnancy-related abdominal discomfort, and nausea with vomiting. His expertise includes providing emergency care, administering intravenous therapy, and performing therapeutic hypothermia when medically indicated.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- 68 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Universidad Del Noreste T
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Russell Elmer James has 3 locationsWilkes Barre General Hospital
575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764 Tel: (570) 829-8111
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital Of Wilkes Barre
575 N River St Fl 7Wilkes Barre, PA 18764 Tel: (570) 208-3310
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 41 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
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| Med School: Universidad Del Noreste T | Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russell Elmer James
Medical Specialties
Dr. Russell Elmer James has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Russell Elmer James has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Russell Elmer James holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Del Noreste T and Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. James' NPI number is 1780659144.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Russell James's office located?
- Dr. Russell James's office is located at 700 E Broad St, Hazleton, PA, 18201.
- Does Dr. Russell James accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Russell James accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Russell James accepting new patients?
- Dr. Russell James has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Russell James accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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- What languages does Dr. Russell James speak?
- Dr. Russell James speaks English.
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