James Alford, M.D.
James Alford is a Family Medicine specialist based in Chelsea, MI with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MI can see James Alford, M.D. in person in Chelsea or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5314dNPPES updated 2011-11-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.21%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.21% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.2%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.4 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
331
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
681
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,369
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $771k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Penn State College of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr P.O. Box 0446, Lobby J, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James Alford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Alford for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chelsea required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Alford
NPI records show Dr. Alford as active with telehealth listed in Chelsea, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 475-8677.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Alford
Practice Location
128 Van Buren St, Chelsea, MI 48118-1623
Mailing Address
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr P.O. Box 0446, Lobby J, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484
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