Dr. James A. Tatum D.M.D.
Dentist
He is located at 1957 1st Avenue in Opelika, AL 36801. Can help patients with the following: Bleeding Gums, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Implants, Gum Disease / Gingivitis, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841388667. Appointment can be made via the phone number (334) 745-3135. He is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. James Andrew Tatum, being an dentist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. James A. Tatum.
- Bleeding Gums
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Pericoronitis
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. James A. Tatum as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter of Alabama
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
Dental plans
Delta Dental PPO
Network data as of Sep 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Dental PPO Basic Plan for Families | PPO · Low | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
| Delta Dental PPO Preferred Plan for Families | PPO · High | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
| Delta Dental PPO Preventive Plan for Families | PPO · Low | Delta Dental PPO | Accepting new patients |
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Renaissance Dental
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Preferred Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Alabama Wellness Essentials Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. James A. Tatum is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. James A. Tatum is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Order And Referring Only - Oral Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Oral Surgery) .
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Patterson Companies | $600 |
| Intuitive Surgical | $92 |
| Dentsply | $73 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $823 |
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. James Andrew Tatum have affiliation with practices?
Dr. James Andrew Tatum is affiliated with Opelika Dental Arts.
Does Dr. James Andrew Tatum accept insurance?
Dr. James Andrew Tatum is listed in-network for 29 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Ambetter of Alabama, Delta Dental PPO, Humana, Renaissance Dental. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. James Andrew Tatum treat?
Dr. James Andrew Tatum provides treatment for Bleeding Gums, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Implants, Gum Disease / Gingivitis, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. James Andrew Tatum?
Dr. James Andrew Tatum's office is located at 1957 1st Avenue in Opelika, AL 36801.