James L. Pirkle Jr., MD
James L. Pirkle Jr., MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Dialysis
- Hemodialysis
- In-Center Nocturnal Dialysis
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Home Hemodialysis
- Intravenous Infusion Therapy
- Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agents
- In-Center Hemodialysis
- Isolated Extracorporeal Ultrafiltration
- Nocturnal Hemodialysis
- Kidney Disease
- Acute Nephritic Syndrome
- Uromodulin-Associated Kidney Disease
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- High Blood Pressure
- Proteinuria (Protein in Urine)
- Mucin-1 Kidney Disease
- Ultrafiltration
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Electrolyte Disorders
- Inherited Kidney Disease
Ratings and Reviews
4.968 Ratings 31 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Cared about me | 5.0 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.9 |
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
- September 24, 2023 Thank you Dr. Pirkle. You’re one of the best doctors in Nephrology. You have been a great help to me to survive my kidney issues. Take care, prayers are lifted up for you.
- September 12, 2023 Dr. Pirkle is the most caring Dr. I know of.
- September 10, 2023 highly intelligent, outgoing, great demeanor. A great doctor for your institution.
- September 6, 2023 Dr Pirckle is a genuine man that has a true desire to provide the absolute best care for his patients. I pray that he continues to serve those in need.
- September 4, 2023 James Pirkle is one of the best doctors caring and very respectful
- September 3, 2023 Dr Pirkle is a very caring individual who at times was honest with me about what I was doing well and what I could do to get better results. He has helped me through a multiplicity of health problems always willing to listen and to try different treatment options. I appreciate him very much and highly recommend him for anyone who is in need of a great kidney doctor
- September 2, 2023 Terrific Dr! I highly recommend him! Caring and understanding and explains his procedures. Let him ????????
- August 10, 2023 Dr. Pirkle is one of the best doctors I have ever known. He is caring and listens to his patients. Not all doctors are like that.
- August 10, 2023 I only gave a 10 because the best ever wasn’t a choice.
- March 22, 2023 Dr. James Pirkle has great insights into the patient's medical history. From the moment he walks in, he puts the patient at ease, then he is a great listener. To round it out, he communicates the plan of action to the patient in a way the patient can understand. Dr. Pirkle's demeanor is professional and friendly.
- March 19, 2023 Dr. Pirkle is a wonderful doctor. Very attentive and explains things very well. Always willing to work with you and only does things that are necessary. We love him and wish him well with his surgery.
- March 18, 2023 He listens and explains things. Good patient doctor repoir.
- March 8, 2023 Tremendous, caring Doctor!
- February 8, 2023 He is caring and knowledgeable. His relationship with me as a patient is what I need to take care of myself.
- January 28, 2023 Excellent doctor. Has had a key role in my care. Communicates with my cardiologist,primary care doctor. The group works together to provide me with the greatest care. I'm doing as well as I am because of the medical knowledge and compassion of Dr. Pirkle and my other physicians.
- January 27, 2023 I am very satisfied with my care
- January 25, 2023 HAPPY HE WAS RETAINED. LISTENS WELL AND RESPONDS TO INQUIRIES. GOES OVER YOUR CONDITION AND TREATMENT. SEEMS TO CARE ABOUT YOUR WELLBEING. UP ON EFECTS OF MEDICATIONS AND TREATMENT.
- January 21, 2023 Dr. Pirkle is a kind, caring nephrologist. He took the time to explain the changes I am experiencing. I was thankful for the time he gave me
- December 15, 2022 It is a privilege to be a patient of Dr. Pirkle. He is very patient, compassionate and knowledgeable. We always leave our appointment feeling well cared for.
- December 12, 2022 Glad he is staying. We would have lost a very knowledgeable and personable doctor. He has all the qualifications you would want in your doctor!!!
- December 6, 2022 Dr. Pirkle has been my nephrologist for 12 years. I trust him implicitly. I drive from Charlotte because I wouldn??t go to any other provider. He involves me in my care, listens to me, and is compassionate. He is simply the best.
- December 6, 2022 Dr Pirkle is the best of the best!
- December 5, 2022 Very friendly, very helpful, a caring person.
- November 19, 2022 VERY disappointed that Dr.Pirkle leaving AHWFB!!!
- October 11, 2022 Excellent physician. Feel extremely comfortable under his care.
- October 10, 2022 He helped me learn to turn the corner on my Diabetes II. He??s a great listener, a truth-teller, and generous in wisdom.
- October 8, 2022 Dr Pirkle is very personable and friendly. Easy to understand. He cares, knowledgeable, and very thorough.
- October 3, 2022 Dr.Pirkle is a good listener and I enjoyed being his patient.
- October 3, 2022 Dr Pirckle is a very thorough caring Doctor. Every doctor should be like this.
- October 3, 2022 Dr Pirkle is great! I wish the parking was as great as he is.
- October 1, 2022 Dr Pirkle is a wonderful Doctor, he listens to my problems and gives very good solutions.
Locations
Kidney Services - Janeway Tower
at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Credentials
Education
- BS, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1999
- MD, University of Alabama - Birmingham, 2003
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, 2006
Fellowship
- Nephrology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2009
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology
Positions
- Physician
- Associate Professor, Nephrology
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
Research
- Association of Hyperchloremia With Unfavorable Clinical Outcomes in Adults With Diabetic Ketoacidosis. Goad NT, Bakhru RN, Pirkle JL, Kenes MT. J Intensive Care Med. 2020 Nov; 35(11):1307-1313.
- Development and application of a high throughput one-pot extraction protocol for quantitative LC-MS/MS analysis of phospholipids in serum and lipoprotein fractions in normolipidemic and dyslipidemic subjects. Gardner MS, Kuklenyik Z, Lehtikoski A, Carter KA, McWilliams LG, Kusovschi J, Bierbaum K, Jones JI, Rees J, Reis G, Pirkle JL, Barr JR. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci. 2019 Jun; 1118-1119:137-147.
- Quantification of hypoglycin A and methylenecyclopropylglycine in human plasma by HPLC-MS/MS. Sanford AA, Isenberg SL, Carter MD, Mojica MA, Mathews TP, Laughlin S, Thomas JD, Pirkle JL, Johnson RC. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci. 2018 Sep; 1095:112-118.
- Collaborative Method Performance Study of the Measurement of Nicotine, Its Metabolites, and Total Nicotine Equivalents in Human Urine. Wang L, Bernert JT, Benowitz NL, Feng J, Jacob P, McGahee E, Caudill SP, Scherer G, Scherer M, Pluym N, Doig MV, Newland K, Murphy SE, Caron NJ, Sander LC, Shimizu M, Yamazaki H, Kim S, Langman LJ, Pritchett JS, Sniegoski LT, Li Y, Blount BC, Pirkle JL. Cancer Epidemiol. Biomarkers Prev. 2018 09; 27(9):1083-1090.
- Quantitative HPLC-MS/MS analysis of toxins in soapberry seeds: Methylenecyclopropylglycine and hypoglycin A. Sanford AA, Isenberg SL, Carter MD, Mojica MA, Mathews TP, Harden LA, Takeoka GR, Thomas JD, Pirkle JL, Johnson RC. Food Chem. 2018 Oct; 264:449-454.