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Dr. Michael James, MD

Dr. Michael James, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael James, MD is a gastroenterologist in Butte, MT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. James has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1990. He is affiliated with Intermountain Health St James Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 70 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (70 reviews)

Practice

435 S Crystal St Ste 220 Butte, MT 59701

Make an Appointment

(406) 496-3600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. James is affiliated with Intermountain Health St James Hospital Butte, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. James is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. James specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. James' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. James

4.6

70 ratings, 58 with a written review
5 Star
87%
87%
4 Star
1%
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3 Star
3%
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2 Star
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1 Star
9%
9%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Stephen Michael Stauning – Aug 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alice J. Hamley – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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P Ragone – Dec 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Theresa Pratt – Nov 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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C. Krempels – Oct 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Diann Waddell – Jul 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D.Adams – Jul 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark sauer – Jul 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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B. Cooley – Jun 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca Applington – May 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mark Burmeister – Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda stellmach in ID – Jan 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 19, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 25, 2019
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Kootenai Clinic is a network of doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants who are employed by Kootenai Health and provide care to patients throughout the Inland Northwest.

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. James is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office435 S Crystal St Ste 220 Butte, MT 59701
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 6:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Intermountain Health St James Hospital

      400 S Clark St
      Butte, MT 59701
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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