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Dr. James Kercher, MD

Sports Medicine*
4.6 (95)
Map Pin Small Atlanta, GA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Kercher, MD

Dr. James Kercher, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA. They specialize in Sports Medicine, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia and is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital. Dr. Kercher, completed a residency at Emory University School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Kercher an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Kercher works at Practice in Atlanta, GA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kercher's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic
    3200 Downwood Cir NW Ste 700, Atlanta, GA 30327 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 355-0743
  2. 2
    Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic P.a..
    1000 Northside Dr NW Ste 1500, Atlanta, GA 30318 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 355-0743
  3. 3
    Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic PA
    2001 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 705, Atlanta, GA 30309 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 355-0743
  4. 4
    Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic
    1901 Phoenix Blvd Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30349 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 355-0743

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  • Piedmont Hospital

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Osteoarthritis of Elbow
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Osteoarthritis of Spine
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Patellar Chondromalacia
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Patellar Tendonitis
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Cartilage Transplant
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Menisectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
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Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Cartilage Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
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Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    4.6
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    Based on 95 ratings
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    5 Star
    (84)
    4 Star
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    (7)
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    About Dr. James Kercher, MD

    Specialties*
    • Sports Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1518143676
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Rush University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Emory University School of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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