James Kort, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
About James Kort and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
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Locations
- Banner Health Center
- 14416 West Meeker Boulevard, Ste 101, Building C, Sun City West, AZ 85375
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- Banner Health Center
- 9165 West Thunderbird Road, Suite 101, Peoria, AZ 85381
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Expertise
Education
NewYork - Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center
Fellowship, Orthopedic Surgery, 1982NewYork - Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center
Residency, General Surgery, 1979Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical Education, 1977Board Certifications
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 1984Insurance
- Aetna Health Care
- AHCCCS
- Arizona Complete Health
- Arizona Medical Network/PHCS/Beech Street
- AZ Foundation for Medical Care
- Banner Aetna
- Banner Medicare Advantage DSNP
- Banner Medicare Advantage HMO
- Banner Medicare Advantage PPO
- Banner University Family Care ACC
- Banner University Family Care ALTCS
- BCBS Blue Alliance (BHN Acclaim)
- Blue AZ Advantage
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield AZ
- Care1st
- Cigna (CAC)
- Cigna CAC COVID Care
- First Health
- Fortified Provider Network PPO
- Health Choice of Arizona
- Health Net Federal Services
- Humana Health Plan
- Imperial Insurance Co
- Magellan Healthcare
- Medicare
- Mercy Care
- Oscar Health
- P3 Health Partners
- Provider Network of America
- United Commercial ACO
- United Healthcare AZ
- United Medicare Complete
- USA Managed Care
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
855 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/29/2024
He was very nice, explained ways to approach my issue, made a recommendation, and proceeded with treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/29/2024
Does his job professionally. Easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2024
I have been going to Dr Kort for 19 years. He is wonderful, knowledgeable, and has compassion for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2024
Attention, listens, conducts a through exam.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2024
Dr. Kort takes time to explain what issues are and offers options available to move forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
Has never let us down always taken care of all our concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
He was professional, took care of my needs and was pleasant and on time and very aware of my time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
Great Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
He is very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2024
Excellent service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2024
Dr. Kort has been my doctor for all orthopedic issues since 2006. There is none better in my opinion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2024
Dr. Kort got right to the problem when I saw him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
Very easy to understand and discuss problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
He is very professional and has good doctor-patient interactions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Dr. Kort is very knowledgeable and professional. He focuses on the patient needs and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2024
He's a very caring doctor, then takes the time necessary to meet the needs of the patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2024
Dr. Kort is very caring and explains everything very understandably.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2024
He is very professional and explains everything he does in detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2024
Initial visit went well, came highly recommended.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Very knowledgeable and communication skills were very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2024
Very experienced and knowledgeable. He quickly gained my trust.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2024
Dr. Kort is a very knowledgeable and professional physician. Pleasant interaction on every visit, explained treatment options carefully and fully. Afforded plenty of time to address my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2024
He is a great MD, really explained what was going on and treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2024
Experience, and he talks English rather the medical terms to you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2024
He is very nice and explains your care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2024
Good guy. Got to the point and was well educated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2024
He answered my questions and was very informative on my situation. I would highly recommend him to my friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
He was very knowledgeable and easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
Dr. Kort is an excellent doctor and I only see him if I need help in his field of work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2024
He is very concerned and really listens to you and offers some other options instead of medication and surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2024
Professional - addressed my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Dr. Kort is kind and knowledgeable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Very communicative and listened very closely. Appreciated the fact that he shared options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
He has years of experience and a perfect track record in our family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2023
He knows what I need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2023
Dr. Kort is a professional who is knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2023
Cared about my problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2023
Dr. Kort is very dedicated to giving the best patient care. Takes time to explain the x rays.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2023
Dr. Kort has treated our family for years. He is the absolute best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2023
Very good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2023
He explained all options clearly to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2023
Explains everything clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2023
Very attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2023
He listened and explained clearly what the x-rays showed. He gave me choices for treatment and was collaborative with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2023
He is knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Excellent service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Very knowledgeable, friendly, down to earth person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
I liked his friendly but no nonsense attitude. Listened to me and what I wanted.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
He is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
He's a wonderful doctor. Always addresses my problem and listens closely to what they are.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2023
The doctor was very helpful with explaining my pain and my choice in how to handle it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2023
Knowledgeable - explains everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2023
Dr. Kort has been excellent both times I have met with him. I feel very secure in his recommendations and advice.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2023
He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable as well as having a wonderful manner with patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
He has years of experience and does not recommend surgery lightly. Everything is discussed with the patient extensively, with options given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
He was very attentive to my health issue and addressed my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
Very thorough and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
He details all he issues in layman's language and offers solutions that matter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
We have seen Dr. Kort for years and he has always showed care and concern for our health needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
Takes the time to understand and treat the problem. Carefully describes what he is doing any why.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
He is friendly and on task to get you feeling better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2023
Superb physician.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Dr Kort explains what is wrong, and what options are available to make things better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2023
Doctor / patient interaction was very good and he listened to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
James is a very knowledgeable Dr. and was able to answer all of my questions in depth.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
he's been my go-to ortho doc for a long time. He's patient, thorough and conservative when it comes to treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
Dr Kort is knowledge, professional and I would highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
Dr. Kort cares about providing help to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
The Doctor was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
So knowledgeable and willing to share information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2023
He is good at what he does!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2023
He's a talented, knowledgeable orthopedic doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2023
Doctor was very knowledgeable, answered all my questions, and explained my situation in a way I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2023
He knows his business and is very caring of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2023
Extremely professional and knowledgeable. Explained things in an easy to understand manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2023
Was thorough in his explanation and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2023
He addressed my issues and was quite thorough in explaining my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2023
Right to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2023
He is skilled in his field, has a gentle, friendly manner, and gives answers to my questions in an understandable fashion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2023
Dr. Kort was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
Answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2023
Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
Very thorough and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2023
Knowledgeable and efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2023
Professional, took time to explain my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2023
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2023
Dr. Kort listened to all of my concerns and was very thorough about answering questions. The exam was thorough, and he gave detailed explanations about my condition and options for treatment. In addition, he provided copies of detailed information regarding my condition and exercises for me to follow. I believe he is very competent and cares about helping his patients reach their full potential.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2023
Dr. Kort was over an hour late to see me but upon arriving addressed the emergency he had. He sincerely was concerned with my issues and made me feel comfortable for options to help me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2023
Dr. Kort has been my doctor for many years. Trust him to take care of my physical health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2023
He was very helpful, clear with his explanations, and fully answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2023
We like Dr. Kort very much and he addresses our problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2023
Dr. Kort was kind and informed me of what he was doing. I was in and out of his office in a timely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2023
He's a people person first of all and seemed very knowledgeable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2023
Very knowledgeable and explained things every step of the way. Also gave me options to consider for future treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2023
He's the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2023
Professional and helpful and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2023
Dr Kort listens. Answers clearly. Explains options. Gives papers with further details.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2023
He showed concern about my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2023
He took the time to listen to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2023
Excellent, professional medical service provided by Dr. Kort.