James E Gaede, MD

Family Medicine

James E Gaede is a Family Medicine specialist based in Palm Springs, CA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(760) 969-7770Palm Springs, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

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
1 of 4,025 Family Medicine providers in CASee all Family Medicine in Palm Springs46+ years experienceNPI since 2006

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

Fax: (760) 969-7771
Patient Condition Panel

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.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+9%)58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
32%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-9%)25%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1980

    Sanford School of Medicine of University of South Dakota

  2. Board certified · Jul 26, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 46 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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