James Brad Diestelhorst, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
James Brad Diestelhorst is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Bellingham, WA with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 30 years in internal medicine, James Brad Diestelhorst, M.D. is a long-established pulmonologist in Bellingham. A University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine graduate since 1996, he brings 30+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4545 Cordata Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226-7123
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and COPD.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 1996
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 5096, Bellingham, WA 98227-5096
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With James Brad Diestelhorst
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Brad Diestelhorst for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Bellingham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Brad Diestelhorst
NPI records show Dr. Diestelhorst as active with telehealth listed in Bellingham, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 738-2200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Brad Diestelhorst
Practice Location
4545 Cordata Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226-7123
Mailing Address
Po Box 5096, Bellingham, WA 98227-5096
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