James L. Loker
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4200, 
Grand Rapids, MI 

Overview

James Loker is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Loker has been practicing medicine for over 40 years is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, and Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Kansas School Of Medicine, 1986

Residency

Indiana University School of Medicine

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Pediatric Cardiology in MI

Board Certifications

American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology - 1994

Fellowships

Indiana University School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital
Munson Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
McLaren Health
  • HMO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Priority Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Congenital Heart Center
25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4200, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Other Locations
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Fetal and Pediatric Cardiology Clinic
1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James L. Loker

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James L. Loker?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James L. Loker by calling their office at 616-267-9150. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James L. Loker a top-rated expert for Heart Murmurs?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James L. Loker is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Murmurs, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. James L. Loker specialize in?

While Dr. James L. Loker is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. James L. Loker participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James L. Loker has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Murmurs. You can view a list of Dr. James L. Loker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James L. Loker accept my insurance?

Dr. James L. Loker accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 616-267-9150 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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