James E Gaede, MD
James E Gaede is a Family Medicine specialist based in Palm Springs, CA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see James E Gaede, MD in person in Palm Springs or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota (class of 1980), he has been practicing for over 46 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2126dNPPES updated 2020-07-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1555 S Palm Canyon Dr Bldg C, Palm Springs, CA 92264-8354
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%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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
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 · 1980
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota
Board certified · Jul 26, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota (Class of 1980)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James E Gaede
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James E Gaede for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palm Springs required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James E Gaede
Dr. Gaede is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palm Springs, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 969-7770.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1555 S Palm Canyon Dr Bldg C, Palm Springs, CA 92264-8354
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