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Dr. James Newcomb, MD

Family Medicine* Age 65
Dr. James Newcomb, MD
3.6 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. James Newcomb, MD

Family Medicine* Age 65
Slidell, LA
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Overview

Dr. James Newcomb, MD works in Slidell, LA as a Family Medicine Specialist.
They are board certified in Family Practice and graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine. Dr. Newcomb completed a residency at Earl K. Long Medical Center. Dr. Newcomb has has worked on more claims relating to Fever than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Newcomb has received an average rating of 3.6 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. They are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center-North Shore and Slidell Memorial Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Newcomb practices at Practice in Slidell, LA.

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Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Health Center - Slidell
    2750 Gause Blvd E, Slidell, LA 70461
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 639-3777
  2. 2 Northshore Sports and Med Rehab Ctr
    1850 Gause Blvd E Ste 103, Slidell, LA 70461
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 639-3777

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3.6
Based on 9 Reviews
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Feb 19, 2017
For many years Dr. Newcomb has been my primary physician and there is none better, hands down. I would recommend him to anyone ( because he is so good, it takes a while to get an appointment). However, if you do have an emergency you can see his very professional PA's or he will respond very quickly to any of your messages. I feel so lucky to have Dr. Newcomb as my doctor.
JON M. (MIKE) JONES in Slidell, LA — Feb 19, 2017
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Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • American Board of Family Medicine
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Earl K. Long Medical Center
    1987
Residency Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. James Newcomb, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Newcomb accepts Aetna, American Lifecare and Amerigroup (Wellpoint) as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Newcomb accepts here.

Dr. Newcomb frequently sees patients for Fever.

Dr. Newcomb has a star rating of 3.6/5 and has been reviewed 9 times.

Dr. Newcomb is board certified in Family Practice.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center
  • Ochsner Medical Center-North Shore
  • Slidell Memorial Hospital

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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