James Merrimon Harris, MD
James Merrimon Harris is a Family Medicine specialist based in Cape Carteret, NC with over 31 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
James Merrimon Harris, MD has practiced family medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2950dNPPES updated 2018-04-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
906 Wb Mclean Blvd, Cape Carteret, NC 28584-9211
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 Arthritis.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%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 · 1995
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med
31 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
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 68, Pollocksville, NC 28573-0068
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James Merrimon Harris
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Merrimon Harris for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cape Carteret required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Merrimon Harris
Dr. Harris is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cape Carteret, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (252) 393-9007.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Merrimon Harris
Practice Location
906 Wb Mclean Blvd, Cape Carteret, NC 28584-9211
Mailing Address
Po Box 68, Pollocksville, NC 28573-0068
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