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James G. Levins, IV, MD

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James G. Levins, IV, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Assistant Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
General information
Gender: Male
Language: Interpreter Services Available, English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
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About Me

Witnessing a patient recover after an injury is one of the most rewarding and inspiring parts of my job. Improvements after care may range from returning to competitive athletics or to simply sleeping better at night because they don't have shoulder pain anymore.

I specialize in orthopedic surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery. Helping people return to activities they enjoy is both an honor and a privilege.

When working with a patient, I strive to understand their goals, expectations and concerns thoroughly. Open communication and discussion can also impact which treatment may give them the best outcome.

I want to ensure patients are well-informed and satisfied with their care. I'm one of the only providers in the region to offer the full spectrum of shoulder and elbow surgical care, including advanced arthroscopic techniques for rotator cuff tears and shoulder instability, complex fractures involving the shoulder and elbow, as well as primary and revision shoulder replacement.

The challenge of treating conditions related to shoulder and elbow surgery is something I enjoy and was one of the reasons I pursued this subspecialty.

Helping people return to activities they enjoy is both an honor and privilege.

James G. Levins, IV, MD

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Insurance Accepted

Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health Network. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.

Orthopedics & Rehabilitation Center, University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • Coventry Health Care/First Health
  • Delta Dental
  • EBPA
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
  • Medicare*
  • MVP
  • Optum Rx
  • POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
  • St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
  • United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health)
  • Vermont Blue Advantage
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
  • Zelis/Stratose

*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Experience

Education & Training
Fellowship University of Washington - Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Fellowship Rhode Island Hospital - Orthopaedic Traumatology
Residency Rhode Island Hospital of Brown University - Orthopaedic Surgery
Doctor of Medicine The Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at The University of Vermont - Medical Doctor
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus Middlebury College - Biochemistry
Research & Academic Interests

Patient Ratings & Comments

204 ratings

Most Recent Comments

  • Dr. Levins provided insights that went beyond the diagnosis provided by the MRI.
  • I was very satisfied
  • Very comfortable talking to the Doctor about any issues, and he answered all my questions.
  • Dr Levins was very nice and informative about my issue and offered a plan of treatment.
  • Dr. Levins is a caring physician and an excellent surgeon.
  • Make you feel safe and comfortable
  • They explained everything, terms I would understand
  • Very good always pleasant
  • Good
  • M.D. Offered options and choices clear to my understanding
  • Dr. Levins is excellent in all aspects. Great personality explained my condition and the options for me.
  • She is awesome.
  • A down to earth provider. Very knowledgeable who actually called me on an occasion to answer a question and saw me multiple times in the hospital
  • Went far beyond expectations.
  • He saved my life and in doing so became a friend.
  • This visit went very well. I felt heard! They took the time to get me squeezed into OT due to a bicep issue I had been having since surgery which I appreciated and found beneficial! My first impression of Dr. Levins was that he was very dry and serious. Now that I have seen him a few times, corresponded with him several times and really feel that he listens to me, I like him and respect him. I also got him to smile at this appointment. I have worked with many teams and been through many surgeries. This is well-oiled team that I feel has come together and developed a plan that Is working for me! Thank you!
  • Dr. Levins explained the surgery in detail including the pictures In a way that I understood. I am very pleased to hear everything looks good, and with the additional stretches he gave me, I feel comfortable that I am on the right track to recovery. He is an excellent communicator!
  • Dr. Levins is so tremendously focused, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly. He explained everything in detail. I am beyond satisfied. I am so pleased to know him.
  • I'm recommending Dr. Levins to people I know who need this type of surgery. He's excellent.
  • Dr. Levins Is a good doctor and a very nice guy.
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