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James Richard Phelps, MD

  • Orthopaedics Hand and Upper Extremity Hand Surgery
James Richard Phelps, MD

James Richard Phelps, MD

  • Orthopaedics Hand and Upper Extremity Hand Surgery

Conditions and Treatments

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Elbow Arthritis
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4.8 (91 Ratings)


Adult Provider



Accepting New Patients

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    Conditions and Treatments

    • Carpal Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Arthroscopy
    • Fracture Management
    • Corticosteroid Injection
    • Elbow Contracture Release
    • Ganglion Cyst Excision
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Epicondyle Release
    • Hand Arthroplasty
    • Hand Tenolysis
    • Ulnar Nerve Revision
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Elbow Ligament Injury
    • Fifth Metatarsal Injuries
    • Hand Injuries
    • Wrist Arthritis
    • Synvisc injections
    • Wrist Arthroscopy
    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Elbow Loose Bodies
    • Finger Pain and Problems
    • Tendinitis
    • Trigger Finger Release
    • Xiaflex Injections
    • Elbow Arthritis
    • Elbow Pain and Problems
    • Fractures
    • Trigger Fingers

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    Ratings and Reviews

    4.8

    91 Ratings 12 Comments

    Listened to me 4.9
    Cared about me 4.8
    Clearly explained my problem or condition 5.0
    Addressed my questions and concerns 4.9

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    Patient Comments

    • June 11, 2022 Dr. Phelps is always friendly and courteous. He is very thorough and explains all options.
    • June 10, 2022 Dr. Phelps is an excellent surgeon and I feel like he was concerned with my recovery and progress. I hope I won’t need his services again but if I do need a hand surgeon again I will ask for him.
    • June 7, 2022 I am truly amazed how easy the carpal tunnel release surgery done in the office was. I would definitely tell anyone this is the way to go especially with Dr Phelps and T Carroll, OPA-C .
    • June 3, 2022 Excellent Doc. Listened and implemented a treatment plan that allowed me to continue with my work and lifestyle.
    • May 19, 2022 He's very nice he listens to what you have to say he seems very caring he lets you no what he's doing he's a good doctor
    • May 13, 2022 He listens and really cares.
    • May 4, 2022 He is a wonderful doctor. He answers all my questions/concerns. I will definitely recommend him.
    • April 16, 2022 Liked
    • March 22, 2022 Doctor Phelps help me with my care I needed he explained all the benefits and what could go wrong too..I highly recommend him
    • March 17, 2022 Same as I stated earlier, totally professional and caring about my health needs
    • March 2, 2022 Dr. Phelps is great and did a wonderful job with carpal tunnel surgery; however I saw Tony for follow up. He did not spend enough time with explanation for at home therapy. I left with questions.
    • February 22, 2022 Dr. Phelps Wants to help and is very concerned about your needs

    Locations

    Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine - High Point

    Address

    611 Lindsay St.

    Suite 100, 102 and 200

    High Point, NC 27262

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    Hours of Operation

    Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm

    Contact Us

    336-905-6100
    336-905-6101 (FAX)
    336-878-6525 | Physical Therapy
    Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine - High Point

    Orthopaedics - Premier

    Address

    4515 Premier Drive

    High Point, NC 27265

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    Hours of Operation

    Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm

    Appointments

    336-802-2250
    Orthopaedics - Premier

    Surgical Services - Lexington

    Address

    Outpatient Center

    300 Emergency Drive

    Lexington, NC 27292

    Get Directions

    Contact Us

    336-716-2011
    Surgical Services - Lexington
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    Orthopaedic Urgent Care

    Address

    611 Lindsay St.

    Suite 200

    High Point, NC 27262

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    Hours of Operation

    Mon - Tues: 1 - 6 pm
    Wed - Fri: 1 - 5 pm
    Closed Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Easter Sunday

    Contact Us

    336-905-6100
    336-905-6101 (FAX)
    Orthopaedic Urgent Care
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    Credentials

    Education

    • MD, Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine, 2006

    Residency

    • University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, 2011

    Fellowship

    • CV Starr Hand Surgery Center, 2013

    Board Certifications

    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand
    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

    Positions

    • Physician
    • Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery

    Insurance

    Insurance Accepted

    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)

    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

    • Publications
    • Psychiatric consultation in the collaborative care model: The "bipolar sieve" effect. Phelps JR, James J. Med. Hypotheses. 2017 Aug; 105:10-16.
    • Amber lenses for virtual darkness: Confirmed as a mood stabilizer. Phelps J. Med. Hypotheses. 2017 Jan; 98:1.
    • A powerful non-pharmacologic treatment for mania - virtually. Phelps J. Bipolar Disord. 2016 06; 18(4):379-82.
    • Delayed union in internal fixation of pediatric both-bone forearm fractures. Ho CA, Jarvis DL, Phelps JR, Wilson PL. J Pediatr Orthop B. 2013 Jul; 22(4):383-7.
    • The ketogenic diet for type II bipolar disorder. Phelps JR, Siemers SV, El-Mallakh RS. Neurocase. 2013; 19(5):423-6.
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