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Dr. James Bailey, DO

Dr. James Bailey, DO

Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Bailey, DO is a pain medicine physician in Birmingham, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific / Western University in 1992. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

1.6 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 1.6 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

1201 11th Ave S Ste 3800 Birmingham, AL 35205
Telehealth available

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(205) 930-8408

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bailey specializes in the areas of Neurology & Pain Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bailey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bailey

1.6
25 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
12%
12%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
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2 star
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1 star
84%
84%

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I should have known my relationship with Dr. Bailey would end badly after my first three appointments were cancelled at the last moment. I was shocked when he informed me through his nurse that I had violated his clinic rules and that he was dismissing me from his care. He has very little, if any, communications skills and is totally inflexible in dealing with me as a patient. I highly recommend researching his patient reviews before selecting him as your pain management doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 27, 2019
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I've been in a pain clinic for 20yrs and then the doctor quit doing pain management so I was sent to Bailey. I took many urine drug tests and didn't frail. So I take 1st one at Bailey's and didn't get another one till 6months later. I never failed the past docs id's. So I get a call saying he is releasing me for not having my pain meds in id's. BS. I've had 8back surgeries, 1 spinal fusion and 4screws put in my so joint. I work construction also. Then I get a letter from them and it says somethi g totally different. Said I constantly failed to take his advice and recommendations. Yeah he just wanted to take me off meds. I had been on 7 a day n I weaned myself down to 3. He wanted me down to 2. I will be writing a letter of complaint to medical board.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Birmingham, AL – Jun 15, 2019
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His nurse/office worker ( Raymond) is very rude disrespectful no caring how he talk to patient or their well being.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Steve in Birmingham, AL – Oct 04, 2018
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Terminated my family member without explanation. He was disabled and had difficulty with urine specimen. Is that why? No compassion at all!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Passiflora – Jul 14, 2018
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After over a decade with Dr. Bailey my husband was terminated without explanation. He got the letter while recovering from a stroke. I would not recommend Dr. Bailey to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jun 21, 2018
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Dr Bailey gave inadequate care at best and could be considered negligent at worst. He seems to lack any compassion towards those with chronic pain. At some visits it felt as if I was being accused of drug seeking. I felt that I could not talk to him if I had any issues with my treatment. I am so happy to be with another dr. It feels wonderful to be seeing someone at last that I think actually cares about my issues!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
34 others found this helpful
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Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Bailey, DO is a pain medicine physician in Birmingham, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific / Western University in 1992. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Pain Medicine

  • Neurology

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  • University Of Alabama Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Baptist Health System

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific / Western University

    Medical School, 1992
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry®
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Neurology
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Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office1201 11th Ave S Ste 3800 Birmingham, AL 35205
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Office1201 11th Ave S Ste 400 Birmingham, AL 35205
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S
    Birmingham, AL 35233
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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