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Dr. James Birmingham, MD

Rheumatology* Age 52
Dr. James Birmingham, MD
5.0 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. James Birmingham, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI.
Dr. James Birmingham, MD
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Dr. James Birmingham, MD

Rheumatology* Age 52
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Birmingham, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI.

About

Dr. James Birmingham, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI. They currently practice at Metro Health Rheumatology and are affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital and Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. Dr. Birmingham has experience treating conditions like Juvenile Chronic Arthritis, Spondylitis and Psoriatic Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Birmingham received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Birmingham is board certified in Pediatric Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Spondylitis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Spondylitis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Joint Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Systemic Vasculitis
Behçet's Disease
Lupus
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Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Dermatomyositis
Fibromyalgia
Gout
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Granulomatosis
Juvenile Dermatomyositis
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Raynaud's Disease
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Still's Disease
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Familial Mediterranean Fever
Fever
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Goodpasture's Disease
Guttate Psoriasis
Hammer Toe
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Stiff-Man Syndrome
Systemic Sclerosis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Priority PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Metro Health Park East
    4055 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  2. 2 Rheumatology
    6741 Fulton St E, Ada, MI 49301

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Birmingham
5.0
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Oct 25, 2022
He is by far the best Dr I have been referred to! He is the first to really listen and truly care!
Kim — Oct 25, 2022
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Pediatric Rheumatology
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

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

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Duke University Medical Center|Grand Rapids Med Education Research Center/Msu|Spectrum Health Butterworth Camp
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
    2007
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Birmingham communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Birmingham offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Birmingham offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Birmingham have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Birmingham, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Birmingham's profile.

Dr. Birmingham frequently treats the following conditions: Juvenile Chronic Arthritis, Spondylitis and Psoriatic Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Birmingham, MD is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital and Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Birmingham, MD holds board certification in Pediatric Rheumatology and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital

    200 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI

  • Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI