Dr. Alaina J James

Dermatology in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

MEDICARE CERTIFIED
21+ YEARS EXP

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Overview

Dr. Alaina J James, MD,PHD, is a Dermatology specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2003, having over 21 years of diverse experience, especially in Dermatology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside. Dr. Alaina J James also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Pittsburgh Physicians. Dr. Alaina J James accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (412) 383-1370 to request Dr. Alaina J James the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2546

(412) 383-1370
(412) 647-3600

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Basics

Full Name	Alaina J James
Gender	Female
PECOS ID	1456419316
Sole Proprietor	No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment	She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

Dermatology (primary specialty)

Experience

Over 21 years of diverse experience

Credentials

Medical Doctor (MD)
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Medical Doctor

Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
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Doctor of Philosophy

A doctorate in any discipline except medicine, or sometimes theology.

Education and Training

Dr. Alaina J James attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2003.

NPPES Info

NPI #: 1366502320
NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, December 11, 2006
NPPES Last Update: Thursday, September 6, 2012

Quality Reporting

eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
EHR - She does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Alaina J James

English

Medical Licenses

Dr. Alaina J James has been primarily specialized in Dermatology for over 21 years of experience.

Specialization	License Number	Issued State
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Dermatology click for detail Dermatology A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.	MT186454	Pennsylvania

Affiliated Hospitals

Hospital Name	Location	Hospital Type	Hospital Ownership
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Other
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	Acute Care Hospitals	Voluntary Non-Profit - Private

Medical Group Practice

Doing Business As	Legal Organization Name	Number of members
University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	University Of Pittsburgh Physicians	3108

Practice Locations

200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2546
Phone: (412) 383-1370
Phone 2: (412) 647-3600
Office Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed