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Dr. James Pappas, MD
Overview of Dr. James Pappas, MD
Dr. James Pappas, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and is affiliated with Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center and Renown South Meadows Medical Center. Dr. Pappas, completed a residency at Vanderbilt University. Patients rated Dr. Pappas an average 3.9 star rating.
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Dr. Pappas' Office Locations
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Active Sports Medicine10381 Double R Blvd, Reno, NV 89521 Directions (775) 322-1200Monday08:00 - 17:00Tuesday08:00 - 17:00Wednesday08:00 - 17:00Thursday08:00 - 17:00Friday08:00 - 17:00SaturdayClosedSundayClosed
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Premier Physical Therapy2213 N 5th St Ste B, Elko, NV 89801 Directions (775) 322-1200
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Northern Nevada Medical Center
- Renown Regional Medical Center
- Renown South Meadows Medical Center
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Our treatment frequency feature helps you understand howoften a provider performs or treats a specificprocedure/condition compared to other doctors. Providersrank in one of four frequency categories:
Specific procedures/conditions that don’t haveenough data are indicated with “May Perform”. We encourageyou to contact the provider with questions about theirexperience.
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- Aetna
- Anthem
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Assurant Health
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- Buckeye Community Health Plan
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About Dr. James Pappas, MD
- Orthopedic Surgery
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- 38 years of experience
- English
- 1457332025
Education & Certifications
- So Sports Med and Orth Center Vanderbilt University
- Vanderbilt University
- University So Fla
- University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
- University of Nevada
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pappas accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Pappas has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Pappas works at
Dr. Pappas has seen patients for Joint Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Pappas on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
42 patients have reviewed Dr. Pappas. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pappas.
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