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Joseph Alexander James, MD

Joseph Alexander James, MD
4.68 out of 5 stars
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CenterWell Midlothian

6900 Midlothian Turnpike
6900 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23225
Richmond VA 23225

Education

Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

Languages spoken

English

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine 1992

NPI

1699761221
Dr. Joseph A. James is a board-certified internist and geriatrician with experience in primary care and geriatric medicine. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed both his internal medicine residency and geriatric medicine fellowship at the University of Connecticut. Dr. James currently practices at Retreat Internal Medicine and Primary Health Group in Richmond, Virginia, where he has served since 2001. His earlier roles include leading the Division of Geriatric Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. He has also held academic appointments as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Medical College of Virginia and has been actively involved in numerous clinical trials as a principal and sub-investigator. Dr. James is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Geriatric Medicine. Outside of his clinical work, he is enjoys doing volunteer work, listening to music, and spending time with family.

Patient satisfaction ratings and comments

4.68 out of 5 stars
17 Comments
Feb 19, 2026
Dr James was great!!!
Feb 16, 2026
The team was excellent and the doctor was very good and excellent and what he do and like his skill is is very good nd the team is very respectful.

Provider numbers for agent use

  • Aetna: 4567927
  • Anthem: 24613455
  • DeVoted: LX4A52-AC
  • Healthspring: 1699761221
  • Humana: A30688
  • Medicaid: 1699761221
  • Medicare Railroad: Q01020129
  • Medicare: VAP195O264
  • United Healthcare: 00040714134

Provider NPI

1699761221

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