Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Jim G. Atherton

Pediatric Nephrology
Childrens Outpatient Center
900 E 3rd St, 
Chattanooga, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
18 Years of Experience
Expertise in
2
conditions
Childrens Outpatient Center
900 E 3rd St, 
Chattanooga, TN 

Overview

Jim Atherton is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years.

Dr. Atherton is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alport Syndrome, Nephrotic Syndrome, Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus, and Posterior Urethral Valves.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Atherton is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2008

Specialties

Pediatric Nephrology

Licenses

Pediatric Nephrology in TN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
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  • PPO
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
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CareSource
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Cigna
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Childrens Outpatient Center
900 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37403
Other Locations
Office
51 N Dunlap St Ste 400, Memphis, TN 38105

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.

2 Total Publications

Are We Ready for Short Antibiotic Courses for Febrile Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children?
Are We Ready for Short Antibiotic Courses for Febrile Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children?
Journal: Pediatrics
Published: October 20, 2023
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Children's Hospital At Erlanger Nephrology And Hypertension

900 E 3rd St, 
Chattanooga, TN 
 (0.1 miles away)
423-778-5437
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Noel Santos is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrotic Syndrome. Dr. Santos is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jim G. Atherton

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jim G. Atherton?

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Is Dr. Jim G. Atherton a top-rated expert for Alport Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jim G. Atherton is classified as an Advanced expert for Alport Syndrome, 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. Jim G. Atherton specialize in?

While Dr. Jim G. Atherton is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Alport Syndrome, Nephrotic Syndrome, and Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.

Does Dr. Jim G. Atherton participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jim G. Atherton has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alport Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Jim G. Atherton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jim G. Atherton accept my insurance?

Dr. Jim G. Atherton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-778-5437 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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