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James D Tipton, Jr.

James D Tipton, Jr., MD

4.966 Ratings, 10 Reviews

Pediatrics

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Pediatrics
  • Teenagers

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About

Biography/ Philosophy of Care

James D. Tipton Jr., M.D., earned a bachelor's degree from Asbury University, Wilmore, Kentucky, followed by his medical degree from the University of Louisville. He completed his pediatric residency at Norton Children's Hospital and the University of Louisville. He joined Norton Children's Hospital Medical Associates - Elizabethtown in 2015 before moving to Norton Children's Hospital Medical Associates - Dixie. Dr. Tipton is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the Kentucky chapter of the AAP and the Greater Louisville Medical Society. He is board certified in pediatrics. A native of Louisville, Dr. Tipton attends Southeast Christian Church, where he is active in the sports and fitness ministry. He enjoys spending time with his wife and five children, coaching his sons, playing basketball and golf, and running.

Clinical Interests/Research

Clinical/Research Interests:

Newborns, ADHD

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Locations

  1. Norton Children's Medical Group - Dixie
    • Phone: 502-810-3780
    • Fax: 502-394-3607

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Pediatrics, 2011
  • Medical Education: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Pediatrics: American Board of Pediatrics

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Indiana Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Humana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare Medicare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation

Reviews

4.9 of 5 stars

66 Ratings, 10 Reviews

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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2026

    Lo recomiendo al 100%. Todos muy amables y atentos. Y te atienden r?pido. Es decir que no te dejan mucho tiempo en el sal?n de espera

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2026

    Would definitely recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2026

    I'd recommend him (and his team) to anyone and everyone. He goes out of his way to make sure these children are healthy. He is extremely intelligent and always in a good mood. I wish all doctors and their offices were like his.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2026

    The provider look at my son chart before he enter for the exam and listen very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2026

    I love Dr. Tipton. He is patient caring and knowledgeable. He listened to me and my child's concerns and decisions about care were made together.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2026

    Dr tipton is the absolute best!!!!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/2/2026

    I mean she fully understood what was needed and made it happen including making sure we had someone to follow up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2026

    He was great!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Good job

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