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Dr. James Rifenbery, MD

General Surgery*
2.5 (16)
Map Pin Small Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Rifenbery, MD

Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Tacoma, WA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. Dr. Rifenbery, completed a residency at Emanuel Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Rifenbery an average 2.5 star rating.

Dr. Rifenbery works at Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Castle Rock, CO in Tacoma, WA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 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.

Dr. Rifenbery's Office Locations

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    Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Castle Rock, CO
    1802 Yakima Ave Ste 202, Tacoma, WA 98405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 366-5859

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    2.5
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    About Dr. James Rifenbery, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1942210653
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Emanuel Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Emanuel Hospital
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    Medical Education
    • University of Washington School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • St. Joseph Medical Center

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    Dr. Rifenbery works at Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Castle Rock, CO in Tacoma, WA. View the full address on Dr. Rifenbery’s profile.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Rifenbery. The overall rating for this provider is 2.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rifenbery.

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