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James Alford, MD

James Alford, MD

Family Medicine, Primary Care

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 475-8677
Appointments (Existing Patients Only)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 475-8677

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine
  • Primary Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Primary Care - Chelsea

14288 E Old US Hwy 12
Ste 200
Chelsea , MI 48118

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Primary Care - Chelsea

About

As a family medicine physician, Dr. Alford focuses on preventive medicine to assist his patients in reaching their optimal level of health. He truly enjoys providing care to every member of the family, from young children to older adults. His areas of interest include office surgical procedures, prevention, and reversal of disease through lifestyle changes, and those times when he has a few moments to catch up on important things in his patients’ lives outside of their health care needs. Dr. Alford joined Trinity Health IHA Medical Group after spending four years practicing medicine on active duty with the United States Army, including overseas combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He grew up in Chelsea and returned home to the area to establish his practice. Dr. Alford is co-medical director at Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Primary Care - Chelsea. He has maintained board certification in Family Medicine with the ABFM since 2001 and is a member of AAFP.




Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Colleague Health Plan
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Conditions Treated

  • Family Medicine

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine

Internship:
Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(559 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

267 Reviews

10/29/2024

Very good

09/18/2024

Provider is great

09/17/2024

Always spends time as needed ... always on time and never in a rush to leave!

09/10/2024

Dr. Alford has helped me traverse three 's-ectomy's opportunities this year!

09/06/2024

My medical issues are always taken care of professionally and promptly with great care.

09/06/2024

So fortunate to have Dr. Alford and the Trinity Health staff as my medical care providers.

08/29/2024

I left about peace of mind regarding the tachycardia episode.

08/07/2024

I think the video conference is a very good method to address typical OV needs.

08/02/2024

Dr Alford always wonderful

08/01/2024

Very caring and informative.

07/24/2024

Dr Alford has been my PCP for many many years. I trust him and his advice and he provides consistent compassionate care each time I see him. Thank you Dr Alford!

07/19/2024

Dr Alford is experienced, knowledgeable, friendly and respectful

07/19/2024

Dr Alford is thorough and considerate.

07/17/2024

Very good

07/02/2024

keeps me informed on what is coming next

06/27/2024

CARED ABOT MY NEEDS

06/11/2024

Dr. Alford is wonderful.

05/16/2024

I was very happy

05/09/2024

Did A great job.

05/03/2024

The doctor checks my blood chemistry to keep my numbers in a normal range.

04/24/2024

DR Alford, listens to his patients, takes the time to hear your concerns. I have been seeing him for many years.

04/23/2024

Dr Alford is always wonderful

04/23/2024

no problem visits

04/16/2024

Excellent listener, very knowledgeable!

04/15/2024

Perfect

04/09/2024

Happy with Dr Alford

04/03/2024

Dr. Alford is a kind and caring doctor who takes time with you and he really listens to what you are saying. I would highly recommend him!

04/02/2024

Dr. Allford takes time and listens and asks about little things that he notices. He is an excellent doctor!

03/08/2024

It was great. 馃憤

02/27/2024

He listened very carefully to what I was telling him about what was going on and really tried to help me.

02/27/2024

Smooth as silk and I really appreciate the professionalism

02/25/2024

This is my doctor, and he is one great man. I know he served in the military, and it made him a very passionate, and humble man. He's one of the doctors that I know, he's in it for the people.

02/23/2024

Took the time they needed to complete mu visit

02/21/2024

I felt like he was really trying to help me with my problem.

02/16/2024

He is the kind of provider that you want taking care of your entire family. I trust him completely with my care and theirs.

02/16/2024

Great office

02/14/2024

Great Dr. Exceeds expectations

02/08/2024

I like him on my health team.

02/06/2024

Not much to say Dr. Alford does everything top notch

02/01/2024

Dr. Alford was great!

01/23/2024

No problems ever.

01/11/2024

Very credible, knowledgable

01/09/2024

everything was great

01/09/2024

Took time to answer my questions and displayed genuine care

12/22/2023

Good experience

12/22/2023

As I said, too long for appointment.

12/15/2023

Very caring.

12/08/2023

We wish he was taking new patients

12/08/2023

Caring and knowledgeable. Made me feel comfortable to discuss all my medical needs

11/30/2023

great care privided

11/28/2023

When going into office all are very concerned about you and not hurrying to get to their next appointment.

11/22/2023

Feel good appointment

11/17/2023

Dr. Alford always listens to me and offers the best explanations that I can understand.

11/16/2023

He is the Best!!!

11/16/2023

Again, my primary care physician, Dr. James Alford, is the "REAL DEAL!" I really think the "world" of him! He is the "BEST!"

11/12/2023

Keep up the caring and great job you all do!

10/20/2023

I'm use using Zoom it was difficult to get my microphone to work

10/20/2023

Good visit!

10/18/2023

Very happy with the service and advice I got.

10/12/2023

Always received compassionate and attentive care

10/12/2023

A,ways responsive and caring

09/28/2023

I am very fortunate to have Dr. Alford because he listens and he truly cares about his patients.

09/27/2023

Very good.

09/18/2023

I was unable to get in as quickly as I had expected (several month wait for a physical) but my case was not urgent. It has been a long time since needing an emergency appointment and I'm sure they would get me in quickly if needed.

09/16/2023

There should be a category beyond very good , excellent !!

09/11/2023

polite people

09/09/2023

The Dr. was GREAT FOR ME!!!!

08/24/2023

Very knowledgeable and had a plan for my theraphy for the nex six weeks

08/21/2023

The new facility is really nice and the people are very friendly and helpful.

08/19/2023

A very good first visit.

08/12/2023

Very satisfied with the care my doctor gives me.

08/03/2023

Dr Alford is just great

07/20/2023

very nice

07/17/2023

Dr Alford is easy to talk to.

07/15/2023

Happy with everything's

07/15/2023

I've been with Dr. Alford for years. I don't want another doctor. He's the best. He listens and is very understanding.

07/15/2023

Was very happy with Dr. Alfred

07/07/2023

Other then finding out I have Ab fib, I enjoyed the experience.

07/07/2023

Everyone at this facility made me feel very comfortable.

06/30/2023

Very down to Earth. Doesn't have the GOD complex you see in so many Doctors.

06/29/2023

Dr. Alford was very understanding of my needs and provided excellent service.

06/24/2023

Great experience.

06/21/2023

I fully trust my health to his expertise, 150%.

06/19/2023

Very caring and understanding.

06/16/2023

I love my gp, Dr Alford, and I love my surgeon Dr Cleary.

06/03/2023

Very caring and knowledgeable

05/31/2023

So glad and fortunate to have them as my medical provider.

05/31/2023

As a physician myself I like his style: worry about important things and not the minutiae

05/28/2023

Thank you for all the care and everyone鈥檚 courtesy

05/24/2023

I had to wait to check out (she was on the phone)

05/24/2023

An entirely positive experience from check-in, through the exam and then check-out.

05/20/2023

Very courteous and helpful

05/20/2023

Very helpful and professional

04/29/2023

Thank you!

04/28/2023

Dr. Alford has always been great to me and it is easy to discuss any issues with him.

04/23/2023

Dr makes me feel comfortable and that I can trust him

04/20/2023

Dr. Alford and Heidi are the best

04/19/2023

I鈥檓 glad that they are my provider.

04/13/2023

No feedback needed, they are good as is

04/06/2023

If he wasn't a great Doctor, I certainly wouldn't drive over a hour to see him.

03/27/2023

This was my first visit witH Dr Alford. I was very pleased. He will be my new PCP.

03/25/2023

He is the best doctor I ever had as a primary physician.

03/13/2023

Everything was great it just took a few tries to get a good explanation of test results

03/08/2023

Great care!

03/04/2023

I really appreciate Dr. Alford fitting me in. I know he was really booked that day.

03/04/2023

Everyone listened carefully and provided excellent feedback.

03/03/2023

Dr. Alford is one of the best Drs. I have ever had

03/03/2023

I wouldn鈥檛 mind future encounters with Dr. Alford.

02/11/2023

The reason I keep com8ng back to this place is because of Dr Alford. He's the reason i keep coming to this practice.

02/06/2023

Always takes the time to listen and discuss. I never feel rushed, or that he is in a rush to get out the door.

02/02/2023

Good staff. Cheerful

02/01/2023

You are lucky to have Dr. Alford

01/31/2023

I wish all visits were as clean and uncomplicated.

01/27/2023

Not only was I impressed by our first meeting, but the follow up was also very good.

01/27/2023

all staff were excellent

01/22/2023

I like him a lot better than my regular doctor.

01/21/2023

I have always got good feedback.

01/14/2023

Had a very good visit and I am pleased with Dr. Alford.

01/14/2023

Always have had great care with my IHA health care providers

01/12/2023

VERY long lead time in getting an appointment

01/04/2023

The doctor listened to me and responded accordingly.

12/26/2022

Dr Alford has always been a A+ doctor on following through. he really helps my chronic condition just by listening to me.

12/13/2022

Very pleased.

12/10/2022

All good!

12/02/2022

Dr. Alford is attentive, kind and very good!

11/26/2022

Tha Provider was the best we have encountered!

11/23/2022

Excellent

11/19/2022

Would highly recommend Dr. Alford!

11/09/2022

Excellent

11/06/2022

I've been with Dr. Alford for many years. He is wonderful.

11/05/2022

It's wonderful to leave with the confidence that I actually had all of my medical needs met

10/31/2022

Dr. Alford was great at hearing me and helping to ease my concerns

10/30/2022

Very helpful

10/26/2022

Trustworthy!

10/20/2022

Be recommending

10/14/2022

I was happy with the experience

10/07/2022

Everything went well

10/03/2022

Dr. Alford is always attentive and informative and answers any questions I present.

10/01/2022

Beautiful new building

09/23/2022

Dr. Alford does an excellent job.

09/23/2022

All went well during the visit.

09/17/2022

Good service

09/16/2022

Very expedient.

09/03/2022

Dr. Alford is all I want in a primary care provider

08/31/2022

A wonderful Doctor

08/28/2022

Courteous, professional information.

08/23/2022

Vary Good

08/19/2022

A First rate facility with a very component and caring Doctor.

08/19/2022

Dr. Alford didn't seem rushed; he was kind, polite, and listened to my concerns.

08/03/2022

He takes his patients problems seriously and never rushes through the appt.

07/29/2022

Great

07/27/2022

We wish it was easier to get appointments, but have been with Dr. Alford for many years and are very satisfied.

07/21/2022

Excellent

07/12/2022

Nurse was exceptional!

07/09/2022

Very friendly

07/06/2022

I'm always happy with Dr

07/05/2022

Dr Alford is always very attentive and cordial. When I see him, I feel like I am his only patient for the day - he is not distracted with other business. He is a great clinician.

06/30/2022

I really appreciate Dr. Alford addressing my health concerns! Thank you

06/29/2022

Very good

06/27/2022

Liked the person who saw me at the beginning (took my blood pressure and asked what concerns I had and my current conditions.

06/16/2022

Everything went well. Decided to try a medication for depression that I was on years ago that seemed to help back then.

06/12/2022

All of the staff are very caring

06/10/2022

I always appreciate the punctuality of the appt. in this office. I am never kept waiting.

06/10/2022

*Dr. Alford was and always good listener went over my health concerns covered all.

06/04/2022

Great experience with my annual exam. The doctor clearly took time with me to answer all my questions. Great service by the staff as well.

06/01/2022

I am a retired physician and I am very happy with the care offered by Dr. Alford. I am particularly impressed that he is open to suggestions and, given his workload, I appreciate how promptly he replies to my emails

05/26/2022

Excellente'

05/25/2022

Everything was fine

05/18/2022

Very satisfied and comfortable with doctor and staff.

05/17/2022

They were all prompt and efficient.

05/17/2022

I have always had a good experience whenever I have had an appointment with him. I am very satisfied with my physician.

05/13/2022

New patient first time there.

05/11/2022

Seemed a little rushed, maybe because his time is so limited with each patient?? Noticed this the last couple of visits - nothing against the Dr. Also I had several questions for him too.

05/09/2022

Dr Alford & staff listened very well to my health questions.

05/02/2022

Eh, he was fine. I liked the dr. better than others that I have seen before. It's a shame that he's a temp.

04/30/2022

Glad I switched

04/30/2022

Dr. Alford is always very friendly. This day I had to wait for him a little longer than necessary.

04/24/2022

All the traits one would wish from a licensed/qualified provider - thorough, listens well, offers meaningful feedback and Is professionally personable

04/22/2022

I had never seen this doctor before but was very happy with the visit and would see him again.

04/13/2022

It was the first time I I saw Dr. Alford. He was knowledgeable and answered all my questions.

04/13/2022

I thought every one involved did a great job.

04/12/2022

I am getting fed up with being bounced from doctor to another with IHA and nothing available in the Saline, Michigan area

04/11/2022

GOOD dr.

04/11/2022

The dr. was very nice to me. Listened to everything I had to say and told me how to take care of the problem. Dr. Alford is a very good dr.

04/11/2022

The provider was very good. [....]

04/11/2022

First time with this provider. I wish Dr. Alford was taking on new patients.

04/09/2022

Dr Alford, and all the staff, have always been very attentive, listen to me, address my concerns and make me feel at ease. He never acts like he can't wait to get out of the room, like some 'doorknob doctors' I've had In the past. I couldn't ask for a better doctor!

04/06/2022

Left feeling we could get problems under control

04/05/2022

My provider answered my questions thoroughly, he is a good listener. I would defintely recommend him to family & friends.

04/04/2022

He was very good, but just a temp at this office.

04/02/2022

This was a first visit with Dr. Alford due to insurance change, but my husband sees him and I was very happy that he could become my primary care physician

02/26/2022

Good

02/23/2022

I like Dr. Alford's style of care I only wish he was still in Ann Arbor so I didn't have to drive so far.

02/21/2022

Very good

02/20/2022

Doc Alfred is a very nice & concerned Doctor. I trust his word .

02/18/2022

I liked this doctor better than my regular doctor.

02/14/2022

Our primary physician left, but with 'new' condition I had, I was given a quick appt. with a different doctor - but he is not part of the office.

02/09/2022

It was a great experience and I learned more about myself In maintaining my my life habits for longevity living on this planet Earth.

01/21/2022

I had never seen this Dr. Before but was very much at ease with him

01/19/2022

It was ideal.

01/19/2022

Dr Alford was easy to speak with. Nice guy and a sense of humor. Give this man a raise!

01/17/2022

Dr. Alford is one of the best if not the best physician I have ever had the pleasure of working with, and I've lived a lot of places and had a lot of PCP's.

01/17/2022

My first contact with this person. I was very satisfied and would recommend him freely.

01/13/2022

Always goes well with Dr Alford . He is all ways respectful and always listens to me

01/13/2022

Best Doctor and staff!

01/08/2022

Good rapport and caring encounter.

01/07/2022

Dr. Alford was very good about everything I needed to talk about.

01/06/2022

I felt really horrible. I got right in. First the person who gave me a covid and flu test at my car, explained everything really well. Dr. Alford, (who I have seen a few times) explained things well. When I got home, I thought of a question, but not in time to ask it. That wasn't his fault, it was mine.

01/02/2022

Always a pleasure and a positive experience when I have an appt. at this venue - Dr. Jim Alford is the best in my book!!!

12/29/2021

Everything that was expected

12/25/2021

I liked my doctor & his staff.

12/20/2021

Dr. Alford is a very kind, informed and caring doctor.

12/18/2021

[. . .] and Dr. Alford made me feel absolutely safe, informed and cared about!

12/17/2021

Dr. Alford is great as always; I had a long list - medications, referrals, and questions Both his MA and himself went through my list, which I did send 1 week ahead of my appointment.

12/17/2021

Always listen and helpful!

12/16/2021

The medical assistant was exceptional.

12/09/2021

Dr Alford was very professional

12/08/2021

Very pleased with service I received.

12/06/2021

Fortunate to only have to visit for colds or annual visit. I appreciate the care and concern of Dr Alford and the staff.

11/29/2021

Very professional and courteous!

11/24/2021

All went well.

11/18/2021

First time seeing dr Alford. Very impressed. He listened to me, and answered my questions without rushing me out the door. He is my new primary dr, and I am very happy about that!

11/17/2021

I wish every one could have a provider like I have. He has been great.

11/17/2021

Excellent

11/13/2021

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11/13/2021

First visit, felt the staff and doctor were very interested in getting my history and getting to know me, getting a full understanding of my needs. Great visit and care.

10/29/2021

Dr. Alford is a caring, helpful person.

10/29/2021

I love your service. Everyone is very kind and Im in and out in just a few minutes depending on the circumstances.

10/19/2021

Dr. Alford - I believe he is the best doctor I have been to for my situation. He listens and responds with care, sensitivity, and use his knowledge/practice to help heal me.

10/15/2021

Listens to my concerns & respectful.

10/14/2021

It went fine, effective and efficient yet still personal.

10/12/2021

This was my first visit with Dr. Alford. But so far I feel like I will be in good care with him.

10/12/2021

This was my first visit to Dr. Alford. I am impressed with his knowledge and level of care.

09/30/2021

Very efficient and informative of available preventive vaccines available.

09/29/2021

I walked into the office and began the paperwork. Wait time was so brief I didn't get past the first page. Excellent!

09/29/2021

Dr. Alford is the best. He is very thorough and understanding. He listens to you.

09/29/2021

Dr. Alford is an excellent provider.

09/29/2021

Dr. Alford addressed all three reasons I came into the office and was very professional

09/25/2021

First class service. Receptionist- perfectNurse- perfectDoctor Alford = Outstanding.

09/25/2021

Positive

09/25/2021

Excellent.

09/22/2021

Very good

09/20/2021

I believe that together Dr. Alford and I have built a good Primary Care Physician relationship. I believe my health is important to Dr. Alford.

09/13/2021

Great.

09/11/2021

Great as always

08/30/2021

This was a new patient appointment and I felt well taken care of.I'm completely satisfied that I have made a good decision by choosing him..

08/28/2021

First time to meet Dr. Alford, very professional and a concerned Dr

08/25/2021

This was a very good visit. On time. I had forwarded questions via the portal, and he had reviewed and addressed all of them with me in a timely manner, including the blood tests that had to wait until after the visit due to Medicare requirements..

08/23/2021

Dr. Allford fabulous listener!

08/23/2021

Very good

08/20/2021

I believe you could not ask for a better provider than Dr. Alford. He really care about his patients. He's the best!

08/19/2021

Very pleased.

08/11/2021

I'm happy to have Dr. Alford as my health care provider. He is great!

08/02/2021

As always he listened to my issues/concerns... Examined/evaluated me, made suggestions, discussed the plan of care, scheduled blood and radiology tests, as well as an in-office procedure.

08/02/2021

Dr Alford is always very polite and responsive to my questions. He is a very good clinician.

07/30/2021

Nurse was very caring and helpful.

07/29/2021

It was good

07/27/2021

Was great.

07/21/2021

Appointment was on-time, thorough, and all of my questions were answered.

07/14/2021

Outstanding - Dr Alford is a great health partner

06/17/2021

Excellent community physician.

06/16/2021

Great visit...plenty of opportunity to ask questions, did not rush, went through all my lab work. I appreciate this in a doctor.

06/11/2021

Very helpful.

06/10/2021

We are very pleased.

06/09/2021

Dr Alford always listens to my concerns & I never feel rushed.

06/05/2021

Dr Alford always provides exceptional care.

06/04/2021

Dr. Alford is GREAT!
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