
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 12-18
- Adult 18-55
- Older Adult >55
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout James Arthur
James Arthur, MD, is a physician with Northern Arizona Healthcare Medical Group – Cottonwood.
Expertise and Special Interests
Dr. Arthur’s special interests include diabetes, hypertension, dermatology and Bio-identical hormone replacement for both women and men. He also has a strong emphasis on pediatric care and currently cares for newborns at VVMC. Dr. Arthur has been on the active medical staff of VVMC since 1987 and served as chairman of the Department of Family Medicine from 1991–1994 and from 2002–2003. He was Chief of Staff of VVMC from 2004–2006 and served on the VVMC Board of Directors from 2004–2008.
Education and Certification
Dr. Arthur attended the University of Arizona, where he graduated magna cum laude in 1980. He graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine in 1984 in the top 20 percent of his class. His postgraduate residency in family medicine was at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Arthur is board certified in family medicine.
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Locations
- Primary Care at Northern Arizona Healthcare
- 340 South Willard Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
- Get Directions
- phone: 928-634-5551
- fax: 928-634-5604
- Primary Care Telemedicine
- 340 South Willard Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
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- phone: 928-634-5551
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Banner Good Samaritan (Phoenix, AZ), Family Medicine
- Medical Education : University of Arizona College of Medicine (Tucson), MD
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
500 ratings, 95 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr Arthur is amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Always well informed & explains thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr Arthur is always very thorough and listens. Great bed side manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr. Arthur is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Dr. Arthur really cares for all his patients and is a true humanitarian In that regard. It's always a positive ,engaged interaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr.Arthur is ALWAYS so helpful. He cares .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Very pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr. A has been our PCP for years. His knowledge & compassionate attitude has kept us as healthy as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Arthur is the best. Always listens, patient with my "list" and very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Information on issues is clear and to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Arthur has always been a thoughtful caring professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
As always, excellent care. Good discussions. Confidence in advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Arthur is the only physician I would reccomend.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr. Arthur has been my primary care physician for many years. He is excellent!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
I like Dr. Arthur
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Arthur is one of the best you have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr. Arthur is an excellent PCP. He is thorough, informative, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
As always, great experience with a focused, caring and thorough doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr Arthur always listens to your concerns and never rushed you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
The best! Dr Arthur is the finest doctor I have ever had the pleasure of treatment with!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Very good at going through my lab works and explaining every thing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
I love Dr. Arthur and his crew
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr Arthur is very professional and caring 10Plus
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Excellent Dr. Very caring and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr Arthur is always very good about explaining treatment options so I am included in any decision. I dread the day he ever chooses to retire. His whole staff is the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr. Arthur is an exceptional Primary care physician. He is organized and thoughtful and always makes sure that I understand my condition and treatment. He is, bar none, the best PCP I've had in my 78 years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Always explains medical conditions in layman terms.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
I couldn't have a better doctor. It has been years since I've had this good of a physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2025
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best! Always so kind, compassionate and thorough!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Dr. Arthur was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Arthur is always informative and listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
Dr.Arthur is the best PCP I've ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr Arthur is the only doctor I have and want.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Always a good experience with Dr. Arthur and his staff. Dr. Arthur, as usual, was and is excellent. I've had no better primary care physician than him. He always takes the time for my questions and answers them professionally and empathetically. He never hurries me. He is very thorough and on top of my health, especially with my Type 2 diabetes care and medications.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Experience was wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr. ARTHUR always so very professional and takes time for a great communication with All
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr. Arthur is a great doctor. He is always pleasant, listens to what I tell him, never rushes the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Doctor and Assistant were attentive, caring, courteous, very knowledgeable and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
My concerns are always considered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best PCP I've ever seen. He does everything right.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr Arthur has ALWAYS been very caring, always above excellent in communication. A great listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
I have referred people to Dr Arthur, including my wife.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Very comprehensive visit. Doctor is one of the best I've ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Arthur does great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Dr. Arthur & his staff - 5 stars. They're the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr. Auther was the best at taking care of all my issues. Took very good care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Jim Arthur's great, listens to your concerns and works with you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Very, Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
The best experience with a Dr. There. Dr. Arthur was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
Dr. Arthur is fantastic. My husband and I both think he is an excellent, caring, knowledgeable physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Always a great experience. Dr. Arthur is caring and professional has solved problems other couldn't will be missed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Got great explanations on meds & treatments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Doctor Arthur is one of the most thorough PCPs I have ever dealt with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr. Arthur was absolutely AMAZING! My usual PCP was unable to see me, so I was worked in to Dr. Arthur's schedule. I was overjoyed by how thorough he was, explaining the details and recommendations in a manner I easily understood. I felt heard. I felt validated. I felt he genuinely cared about my medical history and how it applied to my current situation. Dr. Arthur's expertise and kind bedside manner was just what I needed that day. I left the exam room feeling hopeful for the first time in months. Thank you, Dr. Arthur!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best primary care doctor, (PA, NP). I've had in 20 years since living in the verde Valley. I consider myself extremely lucky to have gotten him. I wish we had more like him here. My Dr. Welby( a tv doctor in the early 70's). I give him 10+ stars
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Jim Arthur's great, total pro
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best. He truly listens and explains options thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
Dr Arthur is always very informative and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr Arthur is the best doctor I have ever had in my 80 years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr Arthur is always top notch!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
I do like my PCP, he is through and thoughtful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Dr. Arthur is exceptional! Very engaging, great listener, addressing all my concerns. Best Doctor I've ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
I trust Dr Arthur
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Arthur is not my primary, but I really liked him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. ARTHUR IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Doctor Arthur is consistently amazing, very professional aware covers everything and anything during each visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Arthur is fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Of the different pc doctors I've gone to over my long life, Dr. Arthur is the very best! He listens, he asks ?s, he always checks me over thoroughly. I never feel he rushes. He's so knowledgeable & personable. I respect him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr Arthur is probably the most thorough doctor I've ever been to. This includes my time living in Pennsylvania
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Dreading the day when he retires; very pleased with the care he provides. Listens well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
I respect my doctor and his advice is very helpful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Dr. Arthur is an excellent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
30+ yrs we've had Dr. Arthur as our primary protector. Very pleased how he cares about us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Dr. Arthur always listens and give great advice; and/or referrals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Dr Arthur provides excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Always a pleasure to come in
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Doctor Arthur is always very thorough, takes his time with you, listenes and has a great bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr Arthur is caring and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Dr Arthur is nothing short of amazing!!! He took extra time with me, and explained everything in detail so I would understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Dr. Arthur is the best! He always takes his time and is kind! His care is so appreciated!