James K Vankirk, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
With over 38 years in internal medicine, James K Vankirk, MD is a long-established hospice and palliative medicine specialist in Winchester. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
Older · 1030dNPPES updated 2023-07-11 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
333 W Cork St Ste 290, Winchester, VA 22601-3870
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
193
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumeData 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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
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 · 1988
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 10, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 207RH0002X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
220 Campus Blvd Ste 100, Winchester, VA 22601-2896
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With James K Vankirk
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James K Vankirk for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Winchester 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 K Vankirk
Dr. Vankirk is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Winchester, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (540) 536-5123.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James K Vankirk
Practice Location
333 W Cork St Ste 290, Winchester, VA 22601-3870
Mailing Address
220 Campus Blvd Ste 100, Winchester, VA 22601-2896
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