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Dr. James Krell, MD
Dermatology* Age 64
Dr. James Krell, MD
3.0 (2 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Krell, MD is a Dermatologist in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. James Krell, MD
3.0 (2 Ratings)

Dr. James Krell, MD

Dermatology* Age 64
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Krell, MD is a Dermatologist in Birmingham, AL.

About Dr. James Krell, MD

Dr. Krell graduated from HARVARD Medical School. Dr. James Krell, MD is a Dermatologist in Birmingham, AL and has 37 years experience. Dr. Krell has experience treating conditions like Rosacea, Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema), Boil, Granuloma of Skin, Folliculitis, Rash, Hypertrophic Scar, Eczema and Contact Dermatitis, Keloid Scar, Psoriasis Vulgaris and Itchy Skin among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Krell received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Krell's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Krell is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Rosacea
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Boil
Rosacea
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Boil
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Granuloma of Skin
Folliculitis
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Rash
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Hypertrophic Scar
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Skin Tag Removal
Keloid Scar
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Itchy Skin
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Birthmark
Nail Infection
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Psoriasis
Ingrown Nail
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Wart Freezing
Actinic Keratosis
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Seborrheic Keratosis
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Skin Cancer
Herpes Simplex Infection
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Contact Dermatitis
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Intertrigo
Ringworm
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Vitiligo
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Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Vasculitis
Cold Sore
Tinea Versicolor
Varicose Eczema
Excision of Skin Cancer
Hives
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Impetigo
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Callus
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Dry Skin
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Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Poison Ivy
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Alopecia Areata
Skin Ulcer
Lipomas
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Bedsores
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Melanoma
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Psoriatic Arthritis
Varicose Veins
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Warts
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Nonbullous Impetigo
Onychomycosis
Alopecia
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Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Acne
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Acne Keloid
Athlete's Foot
Bullous Pemphigoid
Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Cellulitis
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals
Excessive Sweating
Genital Warts
Guttate Psoriasis
Hair Loss
Hand and Foot Hyperhidrosis
Jock Itch
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Planus
Lupus
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Molluscum Contagiosum Infection
Pemphigoid
Pilonidal Cyst
Pityriasis Rosea
Plantar Wart
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pustular Psoriasis
Second-Degree Burns
Shingles
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Skin Discoloration
Spider Veins
Sunburn
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Telogen Effluvium
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Non-Cosmetic Botox® Injection
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Skin Grafts

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Cigna PPO
    Cigna
    Open Access Plus
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO

Where Dr. James Krell, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Office
    1927 1st Ave N Ste 200, Birmingham, AL 35203
  2. 2 Office
    931 Sharit Ave Ste 201, Gardendale, AL 35071
  3. 3 Premiere Urgent and Family Care
    4913 Deerfoot Pkwy, Trussville, AL 35173
  4. 4 Cahaba Medical Care Foundation
    975 9th Ave SW Ste 210, Bessemer, AL 35022

What Patients Say

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Sep 17, 2025
This was the most unpleasant and frustrating office visit of my life. Terrible bedside manner. Dismissive of symptom that I was there to discuss. Strange.
— Sep 17, 2025
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Meet Dr. James Krell, MD

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Dermatology
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FAQs About Dr. Krell's Practice

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

Dr. Krell frequently treats the following conditions: Rosacea, Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema), Boil, Granuloma of Skin, Folliculitis, Rash, Hypertrophic Scar, Eczema and Contact Dermatitis, Keloid Scar, Psoriasis Vulgaris and Itchy Skin. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Krell, MD is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center and UAB Medical West Main Campus.

Yes, Dr. James Krell, MD holds board certification in Dermatology.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1989
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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Hospitals Where Dr. James Krell, MD Practices

  • East Alabama Medical Center

    2000 Pepperell Pkwy, Opelika, AL

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL

  • UAB Medical West Main Campus

    995 9th Ave SW, Bessemer, AL

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