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James Michael Jennings, MD

James Michael Jennings, MD

Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Family Medicine Sierra Park

1040 Sierra Drive
Suite 800
Greenwood, IN 46143

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7:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Family Medicine Sierra Park

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Open 24 hours
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Franciscan Health Indianapolis

About Me

Education

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine

Residency:
Franciscan Health Family Medicine Residency

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(111 ratings)

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.

86 Reviews

04/09/2026

He was willing to take time to talk through my past medical history and answered any questions I had. I already recommended him to my son who has set up an appointment on 4-13-26.

04/06/2026

Very professional and he explained how some processes work like on how to get a therapist and was understanding when I explained my situation, would highly recommend him to a family member or friends.

04/06/2026

Dr Jennings treats me with kindness and professionalism. That is what I want for my friends and family

03/27/2026

I have already recommended him to an acquaintance and will continue to do so. See my above comments for the reasons!

03/24/2026

Very personable and listening.

03/24/2026

Dr. Jennings is such a personable, friendly person. His true interest if the patient.

03/22/2026

taking new patients

03/17/2026

He does his homework and has answers or at least suggestions for my issues. I already tell everyone I know that I have a great doctor!

03/13/2026

As in the first comment box, first paragraph......... I go to Dr. Jennings. I had him in his last year of internship. I was very impressed with his great communication and a "truly sincere interest" in my problems. I have lived a long life and I feel I am a pretty good judge of people.

03/12/2026

Thorough & genuinely concerned about your health care

03/10/2026

Excellent physician.

03/10/2026

Time spent with me as well as his overall information was much appreciated.

03/09/2026

Professional and friendly

03/09/2026

Thorough. Quick assessments. Easy communication.

03/06/2026

Everything great and very easy to talk to him. Top notch!

03/06/2026

Listen extremely well, friendly, I believe I will be able to tell him anything and not pushy, he doesn't talk down to you, it's kinda like talking to a friend but he is a very knowledgeable doctor

03/06/2026

Took time and I didn’t feel rushed

03/06/2026

MADE ME FEEL AT EASE WAS VERY THOROUGH AND FRIENDLY

03/05/2026

Knowledgeable and kind.

03/05/2026

Enjoyed the office visit and felt he showed much care and consideration for me. Current Dr I was seeing is leaving and meeting Dr Jennings made me feel like he is the right person for me for the future.

03/03/2026

Dr. Jennings was comfortable, relaxed, knowledgeable, friendly, had great eye contact. He was in no hurry to end the visit. He asked good questions and wanted to know as much about me as possible to build a good foundation about who I am, and my health and life history.

02/28/2026

Thorough and knowledgeable with great insight and attention to detail. As a patient I am certain that I am in good hands and confident that Dr. Jennings will manage my health care with great competence! NLB

02/28/2026

Patient friendly, listened carefully and was very responsive to needs and concerns and made recommendations accordingly.One of the best doctor appointments in recent memory.

02/27/2026

He listens to me

02/26/2026

Dr Jennings was great! From introducing himself to his bedside manner the entire visit. The visit was professional, but very relaxed and casual conversation at the same time. I have never had such a thorough new patient visit with a PCP before. I never felt rushed though the appointment, even if I didn’t have any urgent or pressing concerns to discuss.

02/23/2026

Took time to review medical history and recommend future care.

02/23/2026

Very nice and was very caring about my current health needs.

02/18/2026

New to town and he was recommended and I am so glad I took the chance at finding a good Dr. From the very first appointment he believed everything I told him on how I was feeling and has been the kindest at each visit and most importantly it doesn't ever feel like he is rushing in and out.

02/17/2026

Time with patient and knowledge.

02/17/2026

Very personable, but professional. Had a very long good chat about my health needs including what other doctors I have what their treatments entail. We had a good all-around discussion.

02/16/2026

Dr. Jennings is always ready to chat about how I'm doing. Never in a rush. He gets back with you exactly as he says he will.

02/10/2026

Dr. Jennings answered Al my questions and concerns with a positive attitude. I got a good feeling that he was glad I was his patient. I’ll be back! In

02/10/2026

Dr Jennings takes the time to listen to me…more importantly, he actually hears me

02/10/2026

He was very friendly and thoughtfully listened to everything I said. I appreciate the fact that he wants patience to take ownership of their health.

02/09/2026

He was very thorough and knowledgeable. He will do a good job for me.

02/08/2026

thorough doctor and communication is great

02/07/2026

Took the time to listen to me.

02/03/2026

He takes time to understand your situation he helps you in all needs he does a very good job

02/02/2026

He took the time to sit and listen to me. He mentioned different things and left the decisions up to me.

01/30/2026

He was very caring and didn't want to usher us out!

01/30/2026

Great, thorough doctor. Much appreciated.

01/29/2026

Dr Jennings listened to my issues and discussed a way forward. He very encouraging and answered my questions. I appreciated not being rushed in and rushed out.

01/22/2026

Very professional

01/22/2026

Doc listens to you and solves the issues without rushing you.

01/20/2026

He is kind and listens to my concerns and works with me to formulate a good plan.

01/20/2026

Dr Jennings is both very compassionate with his patients and very knowledgeable!

01/16/2026

Very personable. Took his time. Very patient centered.

01/08/2026

I really like Dr. Jennings, he takes the time to listen to what I have to say and I feel that all my medical needs were met.

12/23/2025

Listens well to hear about any health issues and offers advice

12/19/2025

Dr. Jennings was friendly from the time he walked in the door until he left. He was though, attentive to our questions. This was our first visit with him and he certainly will be our doctor from now on.

12/18/2025

Dr. Jennings listen to my issues and took his time explaining my results. He didn’t rush my visit.

12/16/2025

Caring and on top of things.

12/15/2025

We really like him in the last year of residency............. and was glad to be part of his first new patients. He REALLY care about our healthcare. (I know all doctors do care about their patients, but to me he is exceptional)

12/09/2025

He is very thorough and seems to care a lot about your health.

11/30/2025

Dr. Jennings was very thorough and addressed my health concerns. He did a great job with listening and explaining the plan of care.

11/29/2025

Such a great Dr. He believes me when I say something and I appreciate that in a Dr. Goes well up and beyond to make me feel comfortable.

11/25/2025

Caring and thorough.

11/23/2025

He’s very thorough, he talks to me, tells me what I need to get done. Very polite.

11/13/2025

He listens to your concerns

11/12/2025

Same as above: "We" had Dr. Jennings in his last year of residency and REALLY like him. Easy to talk to, a good listener, seems VERY caring, and deeply involved in his position as our doctor. I must add: He appears very knowledgeable in "knowing things" my heart doctor and vascular doctor has talked to me about. Simply put .... We, ( wife and I) are impressed and happy to have him!!!!

11/10/2025

I want my family to have the same great care that I receive from Dr Jennings.

11/10/2025

Great doctor!

11/07/2025

Dr.Jennings is very thorough. He listens to any concerns I may have. Dr.Jennings and his staff have are friendly and outgoing.

11/07/2025

I felt respected, cared for and listened to by Dr Jennings. He allowed me to be a part of my plan of care while sharing his medical expertise. I have already recommended him to others. I am blessed to have been led to him to provide my primary care needs. Thanks so much.

11/06/2025

Dr. Jennings listened to all of my concerns, was incredibly thorough and put together a plan to move forward. I was very happy!

10/23/2025

It’s nice to be able to sit down with a provider who’s very knowledgeable with my health issues. Doc Jennings is very relatable.

10/16/2025

Doctor Jennings was very friendly and personable and took the time to address all my concerns, at least all of the ones that I could remember at the time of my visit.

10/11/2025

He is the best Doctor, I've ever had, I'm so glad that I chose him. Seems to know your needs.

10/06/2025

I have already recommended Dr. Jennings. He is caring, listens to you, he never makes you feel rushed. Very knowledgeable. A fantastic addition to Franciscian network. He is amazing.

10/03/2025

Dr. Jennings seemed very knowledgeable and gave me peace with my decision to choose him as my new primary caregiver.

10/02/2025

The best doctor! He took the time to listen to me thoroughly. I absolutely love him! See

10/02/2025

Doctor was very kind and really listened and understood.

10/01/2025

Absolutely! Young physician…very knowledgeable…very kind

09/29/2025

He listens to the patient and explains everything clearly. I don’t feel rushed. He makes sure we have covered all my issues. So happy I found a good doctor.

09/29/2025

Professional, caring, sincere and knowledgeable

09/26/2025

Just really had a good first bisit

09/24/2025

Very knowledgeable and listens very well.

09/24/2025

Most friendly, polite and personal doctor I've met. He's interested in my questions and doesn't hurry in and out just to see more patients.

09/24/2025

Doctor was caring and concerned and was very knowledgeable.

09/21/2025

Down too earth doctor .that efficient in his .and easy to communicate with

09/18/2025

My wife and I had Dr Jennings during his last year of residency and were anxiously waiting for his and Dr. Hupman's (?spelling) practice to open. Dr. Jennings is a great communicator and also listens well. He is very thorough at his visits and the main thing "there is trust in his medical advice".

09/09/2025

See the box above, is jumped to soon. I will add; he is a good listener and explains things very well.

09/09/2025

We decided to join Dr. Jennings at his new location because he is a very caring and understanding Dr. My kids receive the best care from him.

09/05/2025

Excellent doctor.

09/03/2025

He took time with me and is very interested in helping me solve some of my problems.

09/01/2025

Dr. Jennings is a very caring and intelligent physician. He listens to you and researches info and provides suggestions and solutions.
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