Overview
James Watkins is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Dr. Watkins is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Biliary Dyskinesia, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
550 University Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Watkins has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Watkins
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James L. Watkins?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James L. Watkins by calling their office at 317-948-4978. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James L. Watkins a top-rated expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James L. Watkins is classified as an Elite expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis, 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. Watkins specialize in?
While Dr. James L. Watkins is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hereditary Pancreatitis, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, and Biliary Dyskinesia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. James L. Watkins participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James L. Watkins has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hereditary Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. James L. Watkins'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. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. James L. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 317-948-4978 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- Sphincter of Oddi DysfunctionDr. Watkins isElite. Learn about Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction.
- Distinguished
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- JaundiceDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Jaundice.
- LithotripsyDr. Watkins isDistinguished. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Advanced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- Annular PancreasDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Annular Pancreas.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Watkins isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AscitesDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholecystitisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
- CirrhosisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- DiarrheaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Gastric BypassDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastroparesisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- IndigestionDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Liver FailureDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- PancreatectomyDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Watkins isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.