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Dr. James Kintzel, MD

Dr. James Kintzel, MD

Nephrology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. James Kintzel, MD is a nephrologist in Allentown, PA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1964. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and Wayne Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301 Allentown, PA 18103

Make an Appointment

(570) 424-9443

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kintzel is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital-Miners Campus Coaldale, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kintzel specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kintzel's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

Our commitment is to fulfill renal needs tailored to our patients and their families by providing excellence through compassionate and patient-centered care.

  • Nephrology

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  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Fellowship Hospital, 1969

  • Nc Memorial Hosp-u Nc|university Of North Carolina Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1967

  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Internship Hospital, 1965

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Valley Kidney Specialists PC1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301 Allentown, PA 18103
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Kidney Care Specialists LLC2014 City Line Rd Ste 103 Bethlehem, PA 18017
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Practice

Fresenius Kidney Care Stroudsburg55 N 3rd St Stroudsburg, PA 18360
3

Practice

Kidney Care Specialists LLC609 W Germantown Pike Ste 210 East Norriton, PA 19403
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital-Miners Campus

    360 W Ruddle St
    Coaldale, PA 18218
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus

    100 St Lukes Ln
    Stroudsburg, PA 18360
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus

    801 Ostrum St
    Bethlehem, PA 18015
    Recipient of 45
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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