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James Norman Atkins, MD, CER
James Norman Atkins, MD, CER
Ratings and Reviews
4.9317 Ratings 116 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 30, 2023 Felt comfortable talking to him, talked to me like he cared but did not hold back on what I needed to know.
- November 30, 2023 Dr. Atkins is great
- November 17, 2023 Excellent attitudes all around!
- November 17, 2023 Very concerned. Listens. Explains everything well
- November 15, 2023 Helpful, pleasant very attentive and explained my condition well.
- November 11, 2023 Explained everything in a way that I could understand.
- November 9, 2023 Dr Atkins is very friendly and is a good listener. From the first visit with him you can easily develop a rapport that puts you at ease and builds trust that he is invested in your personal treatment plan. He is always well prepared to discuss my current status and explains what all the lab results/numbers mean so all my questions are answered.
- November 4, 2023 Great Dr.
- November 4, 2023 Dr Atkins is wonderful. He always takes time to review with me and my husband all the results in a manner that is easily understood by us. He also is very encouraging and honest in regards to my condition which I respect. I feel he keeps up with current treatments and feel confident being in his care. Thank you.
- October 21, 2023 Dr. Atkins gives the patient his complete attention during the visit and then answers each concern with a thorough explanation.
- October 18, 2023 Excellent DR. Kind, compassionate, smart. You have to completely trust your cancer physician.
- October 15, 2023 thorough, professional, consideraate
- October 14, 2023 Great doctor
- October 14, 2023 Dr Atkins is a jewel! He explains and communicates necessary information clearly!
- October 13, 2023 Great
- October 13, 2023 Dr. Atkins is a very caring and compassionate person. He answered anything I was curious or concerned about.
- October 9, 2023 Good Doctor
- October 8, 2023 Dr. Atkins is so very helpful and patient with me as I ask many questions. He is kind and very positive about my prognosis. He has a wonderful sense of humor which is so refreshing! He is very encouraging!
- October 7, 2023 Likable ,understanding makes you feel comfortable with his Answer
- October 5, 2023 Dr. Atkins has a great bedside manner. Always nice and encouraging.
- October 4, 2023 He is an awesome doctor, I already recommended him to anyone that may ever need this type of care
- September 29, 2023 Dr. James Atkins is a very competent and caring physician. It is obvious that he has reviewed my personal circumstance prior to each visit and is prepared to update me on my condition and plan of treatment. Therefore, each visit is efficient and on time but I never feel rushed. He has a very warm personality. It is clear that his staff respects and appreciates him.
- September 27, 2023 Dr Atkins is one of the best doctors I have and he has performed above my expectations with my CLL. He is very friendly and explains things in a way that I can understand.
- September 21, 2023 He was very helpful ?? an I forgot to tell him I needed a new refill on my morphine pills
- September 18, 2023 Very informative, though explanation of condition
- September 8, 2023 During this difficult time in my life Dr. Atkins does a great job of making me feel heard, cared for, and positive. I work definitely recommend having him on your care team.
- September 8, 2023 He was absolutely wonderful. Kind, informative, very clear with everything he said
- September 7, 2023 Thankful he is here in Wilkes.
- September 7, 2023 Very kind and straight up man—really appreciated nice positive approach. Dr A is my guy
- August 31, 2023 On a scale of one to ten…Dr. Atkins is a “14”….
- August 29, 2023 He listened to my concerns and gave medical advice that was helpful.
- August 14, 2023 Dr Atkins was the best
- August 12, 2023 Very caring and very knowledgeable about how to treat you and answers all your questions so you can understand
- August 11, 2023 Kind and caring
- August 9, 2023 I found out things I had no idea I possibly had, the amount of test and care he has shown is amazing. Looking forward to seeing Dr Atkins in September. Already have my brother in law scheduling an appointment cuz of my testimony on how I was treated. Thank you and God Bless!
- August 4, 2023 I feel that he explained my issues in a way that was not preachy and answered my questions so I could understand.
- August 3, 2023 I am new to the area and needed to switch Oncologists! I love this doctor and practice. Very pleased.
- August 2, 2023 Was worried about the change in doctors but after seeing him I’m confident I’m in good hands.
- July 26, 2023 informative and help full
- July 22, 2023 He was polite and genuinely made me comfortable.
- July 20, 2023 Doctor James Atkins is a caring doctor and answers my questions when I needed answers. I highly recommend him.
- July 19, 2023 Dr.Atkins is the most caring and compassionate Dr. I have ever had.He always has time for me and listens to all of my issues. He explain everything in depth so that I am able to understand our plan of action. I trust him with my life and decision he may make with my treatment. He is a Doctor that stands second to none. He is my hero!!!
- July 18, 2023 A very good doctor explains everything well
- July 15, 2023 Great Doctor
- July 15, 2023 We appreciate all the care Dr Atkins has provided us. He genuinely cares.
- July 15, 2023 Dr. Atkins listens, he is caring and compassionate, and understands the emotions that go along with the diagnosis.
- July 4, 2023 What a knowledgeable physician and a very likable man. So thankful he is my Doctor.
- June 30, 2023 Dr. Atkins and his staff were great! As were the ladies in the lab!!!
- June 28, 2023 Dr Atkins took time to answer several questions and did not rush the visit. Was very helpful.
- June 28, 2023 Dr. Atkins , is a very caring doctor I would recommend him to everyone!!
- June 28, 2023 It was a great experience.
- June 23, 2023 Listened and was caring
- June 23, 2023 Listened to my concerns and answered my questions. Very friendly and knowledgeable
- June 21, 2023 Hospital staff very helpful from time of arrival to checkout. Mr. Edmiston welcomed me and directed me to Dr. Atkins office as well as pointing out the lab as I entered the facility from the parking lot. Staff was very friendly, but professional as I checked in at the waiting area. Medical care received was excellent and informative during my visit. Parking was best of any hospital I have been in as patient or visitor.
- June 20, 2023 Very helpful. Up front about everything
- June 18, 2023 He is a great doctor listen to everything I had to say so glad to have him as my doctor we need a lot more like him every one I have meet in his office has been wonderful
- June 15, 2023 Very well pleased with Dr. Atkins wish there were more like him.
- June 14, 2023 Fix or improve phone system
- June 12, 2023 Dr Atkin is happy which sets the tone. He listens and lets me know if it is not related to my cancer. He explains what is going on very well.
- June 8, 2023 He was very nice
- June 8, 2023 He was very friendly, helpful and answered my questions.
- May 26, 2023 Dr. Atkins is so patient with me and my husband. We usually come to the appointment with lots of questions, and he calmly answers each one. He never rushes us, and he reassures us that I'm going to be okay. He has a very calm and caring bedside manner, and he adds some humor while we are with him that always lifts my spirits.
- May 24, 2023 doctor atkins is a well informed and capable health provider. It is very nice to have a doctor like doctor atkins in our community. Thank you Dr, Atkins.
- May 23, 2023 Very friendly, professional and curteous. Highly recommended.
- May 18, 2023 Dr. Atkins was very attentive. He talked to me as one human to another instead of talking down to me. He was able to relate to my situation and made me comfortable with his sense of humor. I wish they had checked my blood pressure AFTER my time with Dr. Atkins instead of before, as I am sure it would have been lower!
- May 18, 2023 I felt completely comfortable, Dr. James Atkins was not just a doctor, I felt he is my friend, he cares a lot and gives me few things to do only your friends will tell you.
- May 16, 2023 Dr Atkins is very professional and personable! I drive 2 1/2 hours each way from home for my treatment, and I would never change doctors.
- May 13, 2023 Always answers my questions
- May 11, 2023 very perfessional
- May 11, 2023 Dr Atkins is so easy to talk to and his genuine concern provides much needed support.
- May 7, 2023 Listened to me and adjusted my care as needed.
- May 4, 2023 We are blessed to have this Dr. in our area.
- April 16, 2023 Always good
- April 13, 2023 Everything was great
- April 8, 2023 Sound advice and listens to my concerns
- April 3, 2023 I switched my care to Dr. Atkins just over a year ago. I couldn't be more pleased with his knowlegeable, personable care. I don't feel like just another patient on the assembly line but like someone who is getting deliberate care specific to my needs.
- April 3, 2023 Very nice and patient with me! He was good to listen as well as ask questions.
- March 30, 2023 I expected a physical breast exam.
- March 29, 2023 Very professional and kind to listen. Willingness to help me.
- March 29, 2023 love this guy
- March 28, 2023 Dr Atkins listen so well to his patients ! He is so kind and desires to make each patient understand challenges they face when dealing with their treatment for their disease . Dr Atkins patiently ( with some humor) explains very well the care needed from family to help the patient get through this time of their life. And he is very knowledgeable and has years of treating patients ! ??
- March 23, 2023 Dr. Atkins is knowledgeable and listens to any questions I have
- March 23, 2023 Dr. Atkins is an extremely caring, knowledgeable and friendly provider. We are thankful that we have such a provider in our area. All of his staff from the receptionists to the nurses are pleasant and helpful with the patients.
- March 22, 2023 He seemed very concerned with my welfare and was giving me all of his time and attention .
- March 19, 2023 I usually review a new Dr. and did so with Dr. Atkins. His reviews were absolute 10's in every category. I felt comfortable making an appointment. After meeting him, I immediately saw why he is given his high ratings. His personality is warm and caring. He listens and answers your questions. I did not feel rushed at any time. He explains your test results and what his treatment plan will consist of. I have already referred a friend to him.
- March 18, 2023 Dr. Atkins is very calm and informative when he is discussing my health. He is not one to hurry in and skimp on details in order to get on to the next patient. He explains things as he sees them and does not sugar coat any bad news. He is straight and to the point and this is the way I like my doctors to be. I really think that he will be there whenever I need him. He has a wonderful demeanor and does not look down on his patients.
- March 18, 2023 Dr. Atkins is so kind, encouraging and down to earth. He was very patient with my husband and me and answered all of our questions. All of his staff members were kind and respectful. He assured me about the procedure I have chosen for my breast cancer is appropriate. He was able to get an appointment with the surgeon for me the very next day. He wanted to make sure my follow up appointment with him would be timely after my surgery as he is going on vacation, and we made that appointment. Very kind and considerate and very easy to talk to.
- March 11, 2023 A very kind and helpful dr . Dr Atkins is always very professional. I can always talk to him about my concerns and never feel as that it does not matter. I feel as he really cares about me.I am not a # to him but a person!!! Thanks, Dr Atkins, for your service.
- March 11, 2023 very smart knows medicine
- February 23, 2023 Great doctor. Takes the time to explain all my concerns.
- February 17, 2023 He’s a great Dr and he listens to me and ask if I have any questions
- February 17, 2023 Much knowledge and experience, decent fellow.
- February 17, 2023 Dr Atkins was so pleasant. He listened and took time to explain our plan of care. I was very pleased with my first visit.
- February 15, 2023 Dr. Atkins is a very knowledgeable doctor. He listens very close to any questions I have. Also answers with words that I can understand easily.
- February 10, 2023 Dr Atkins is very caring and attentive to any questions I have. Takes his time and makes sure I understand everything he’s says. A very good doctor!
- February 8, 2023 Concise and informative.
- February 8, 2023 Mr. Atkins was very helpful and acted as if he really care about you as a patient. He really took the time to spend with me and explain what was going on. If there was something I didn't understand he took the time to explain to me the problems and procedures. He didn't act as if he was in a big hurry while he was with me as so many providers will do..
- February 8, 2023 Appreciate the extra time spent with us
- February 3, 2023 Tops!!!
- February 2, 2023 Very good doctor. Always explains things to me and listens to me.
- January 28, 2023 He seems concern about how l am doing and feeling doing the treatments, I have to take and it makes me feel good about his concern
- January 27, 2023 Dr. Atkins diagnosis was on target, meds prescribed corrected my med condition completely. Very pleased with his treatment and advice.
- January 27, 2023 Dr Atkins is an excellent oncologist. He is not in a hurry when he meets with me, though I know he is very busy. He answers my questions, understands my needs. I have confidence in him.
- January 25, 2023 All was great
- January 18, 2023 Good overall
- January 16, 2023 Good manner and cared about my needs.
- January 13, 2023 Dr. Atkins is very nice. Seems caring and listens. Very good doctor.
- January 11, 2023 Great doctor.
- January 2, 2023 nice doctor and well informed me
- December 30, 2022 He is very concerned about my health.
- December 28, 2022 He seems to be very concern about my condition and please with my progress
- December 28, 2022 very attentive to my situation and provided information that I was seeking
- December 23, 2022 Dr.Atkins is kind and knowledgeable
- December 23, 2022 Very thoughtful and very caring doctor
- December 14, 2022 Very good Dr. Listens well.
- December 8, 2022 Always uplifting and encouraging
Locations
Hematology and Oncology - Wilkes
At Wilkes Medical Center
Credentials
Education
- MD, Bowman Gray School of Medicine, 1976
Internship
- Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, 1977
Residency
- Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 0001
Fellowship
- Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, 1984
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology
Positions
- Physician
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC