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Dr. Frey

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

James H. Frey, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

Baptist Medical Centers
Birmingham, AL
Internal Medicine 1984-1986

Internship

Baroness Erlanger Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN
Categorical Internal Medicine Internship 1983-1984

Medical School

University of Alabama School of Medicine
Birmingham, AL
Doctorate of Medicine 1983

Undergraduate

University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Summa Cum Laude 1979

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners

St. Vincent’s East

American College of Physicians, Chairman Department of Medicine, Medical Center East 1992-1993
Birmingham Medical Network, Board Member 1995-2000
Health Services East, Board of Directors 1997-2006
Jefferson County Medical Society, Ethics Committee, 2000-2003
Eastern Medical Specialists, President 2003-2005
Medical Center East Operations, Board of Directors 2000-2006
CareFirst Home Health Care, Medical Director 2005-present
CareFirst Hospice, Medical Director 2005-present

Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

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Dr. Frey

Meet James H. Frey, MD


My goal is to manage and anticipate your unique healthcare needs. As an MDVIP-affiliated doctor, I will partner with you on a personal level to help you achieve the optimal health we all value. We will closely collaborate on what it takes to stay on the path to wellness. You will feel welcomed by the relaxed, individualized attention you will receive from everyone in our office.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Frey's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Frey quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Frey by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Frey when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Frey.

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*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

Testimonials from patients of James H. Frey, MD

My doctor is very caring

from Kay in AL • February 11, 2024
My doctor is the most caring and compassionate doctor I have ever been to. He actually listens to my concerns and responds with good answers. He also is extremely knowledgeable. If he is concerned about a symptom he will dig until he has a resolution. He explains all my lab work and tells me how to optimize my health. He does not talk down to me or nag but always makes me feel he really Read more...

Preventive Health

from Kennerh in AL • January 18, 2024
Dr Frey has done an excellent job of preventive health care for me. In my early 50s when I daughter finished college softball, my Triglycerides went from 180 to 400. This was due to me coaching her and doing a lot of physical activity and not eating right, which was fine as long as I was that physically active. He caught it on the next physical. Put me on some medication and changed my eating Read more...

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from Tom in AL • January 18, 2024
I really don’t have 1 specific event or events to speak of. Dr James Frey had been my Dr for over 20 years. When he first went to MDVIP I was skeptical. I thought to myself I would give him one year and see if it was worth the spend or not. Well 20+ years later let’s say it was worth it. Dr Frey is always available and very reliable to help me in any way possible. His detail to all Read more...

Happy National Doctor’s Day, Dr. Frey!

from Terry in AL • March 19, 2020
You are strictly THE BEST! I am a fairly new patient that has had some very challenging health issues for Dr. Frey to navigate through. He has cared for me better than any physician I have ever had for a PCP. Being a Registered Nurse and having worked with quite a few physicians, Dr. Frey is the easiest to talk with and has the best bedside manner than any doctor that I have ever personally had. Read more...

The perfect partnership - I break the body, Dr. Frey fixes it!

from Stuart in AL • March 15, 2020
Whether it was the farming accidents, the bizarre allergic reaction, the standard flu, or just fine tuning my health protocols, Dr. Frey never fails to have the answer. Couldn't be happier with the care and his team!

The Office of James H. Frey, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

4704 Cahaba River Road Suite A1
Birmingham, AL 35243

call 1.866.696.3847

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Hours

Mon 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Frey.

Get Started | Today

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

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