Dr. James Black, MD
Cardiology•Male•Age 68
Dr. James Black, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Temple, TX and has over 41 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Black has more experience with Cardiac Electrical System Procedures, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Heart Conditions than other specialists in his area. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School medical school in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Black to book an appointment.
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2401 S 31ST ST Temple, TX 76508Healthgrades Provider Compare™
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Dr. Black is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock Round Rock, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Black
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Black treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Black treats other conditions, please contact the office at (509) 474-2041.
Cardiac Electrical System Procedures
Electrophysiologists monitor, diagnose and treat abnormal heart rhythms through procedures such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and pacemaker insertionsCompare with other Cardiac Electrical System Procedures specialists.
Dr. Black is experienced in the area of Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures
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Dr. Black is experienced in the area of Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Heart Conditions
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Dr. Black is experienced in the area of Heart Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Black's conditions and procedures:
- Ablation for Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- Aneurysm
- Angina
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Arrhythmia Screening
- Arrhythmias
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Imaging
- Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardiac Tamponade
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy, Dilated
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic
- Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive
- Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cardioversion, Elective
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Chest Pain
- Chest Pain Evaluation
- Cholesterol Screening
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Angiogram
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test
- Echocardiography
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Electrophysiological Study
- Endocarditis
- First Degree Heart Block
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Palpitations
- HeartAware Online Risk Screening
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
- Hypotension
- Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Long QT Syndrome
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Mobitz, Type 2, Heart Block
- Nuclear Stress Testing
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
- Pericardial Disease
- Pericarditis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD)
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test
- Pharmacologic Stress Test, Adenosine
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Second Degree Heart Block
- Septal Defect
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Stress Test
- Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Syncope
- TCD Bubble Test
- Third Degree Heart Block
- Thoracentesis
- Tilt Table Testing
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
- Treadmill Stress Test
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Ventricular Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Pattern
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Dr. Black accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Choice
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
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4.2
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| 4 Stars | 20% | (1) |
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| 2 Stars | 20% | (1) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Cardiology
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Internal Medicine
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. James Black, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Black frequently treats Cardiac Electrical System Procedures, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Heart Conditions. See all practice areas where Dr. Black specializes.
Where is Dr. James Black, MD's office located?
Dr. Black's office is located at 2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. James Black, MD offer telehealth services?
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.74% Patient Experience Rating, 5% higher than the national average
15 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
78% Patient Experience Rating, 9% higher than the national average
4 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
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