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Dr. Pearlie Watkins, MD

Wilmington, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watkins, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Pearlie Watkins, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Watkins graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (910) 202-3363.

    Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    Is Dr. Watkins board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Pearlie Watkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?

    Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Watkins treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watkins diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Watkins. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Other Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Various Viral Diseases
    • Uncommon Viral Infections
    • Other Virus Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B9789: Other viral agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Watkins perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pearlie Watkins may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watkins' office.

    Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 202-3363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Watkins in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?

    Dr. Pearlie Watkins' Primary Practice

    4402 Shipyard Blvd

    Wilmington, NC 28403

    (910) 202-3363

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    Dr. Pearlie Watkins' Practice 2

    2131 S 17th St

    Wilmington, NC 28401

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    Dr. Pearlie Watkins' Practice 3

    507 E Fremont St

    Burgaw, NC 28425

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    What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821261819.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins

    What is Dr. Pearlie Watkins's specialty?

    Dr. Watkins is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilmington, NC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Watkins to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pearlie Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Pearlie Watkins accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Pearlie Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pearlie Watkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (910) 202-3363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pearlie Watkins?

    Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (910) 202-3363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pearlie Watkins have?

    Dr. Pearlie Watkins is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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