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Dr. James Kennedy, MD

Psychiatry* Age 66
Dr. James Kennedy, MD
4.3 (19 Ratings)

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Dr. James Kennedy, MD is a Psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN.
Dr. James Kennedy, MD
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Dr. James Kennedy, MD

Psychiatry* Age 66
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Kennedy, MD is a Psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN.

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Dr. James Kennedy, MD is a Psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN and has 34 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE / CHATTANOOGA. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Lafollette Medical Center. Dr. Kennedy has experience treating conditions like Major Depressive Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kennedy received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kennedy is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Major Depressive Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Group Psychotherapy
Major Depressive Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Group Psychotherapy
Major Depressive Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Group Psychotherapy
ADHD and-or ADD
Anxiety
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Bipolar Disorder
Dementia
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Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Tobacco Use Disorder
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
Adjustment Disorder
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Anorexia
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Autism
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Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Cocaine Addiction
Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Conduct Disorder
Conversion Disorder
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Delusional Disorder
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Dissociative Disorder
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug Induced Dystonia
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Dystonia
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Eating Disorders
Homicidal Ideation
Impulse Control Disorders
Manic Disorder
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Cocaine Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Opioid Dependence
Panic Disorder
Paranoid Personality Disorder
Personality Disorders
Phobia
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Somatoform Disorders
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Suicidal Ideation
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dementia or Depression Screening
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Blue Network L
    Blue Network P PPO
    Blue Network S PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    HMO Premier HMO
    National POS

Locations

  1. 1 Sharon R. Burnside M.D. PC
    6906 Kingston Pike Ste 200, Knoxville, TN 37919
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 588-4044
  2. 2 Tennova Healthcare-Lafollette Medical Center
    923 E Central Ave, La Follette, TN 37766
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 907-1225
  3. 3 Emotional Health and Recovery
    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 980-5377

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kennedy
4.3
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (5)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Sep 21, 2022
Dr. Kennedy is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I’m so glad he’s my doctor.
— Sep 21, 2022
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE / CHATTANOOGA
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Kennedy, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kennedy's profile.

Dr. Kennedy frequently treats the following conditions: Major Depressive Disorder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Kennedy, MD is affiliated with Lafollette Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Kennedy, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lafollette Medical Center

    923 E Central Ave, La Follette, TN