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Dr. Donald Watters, MD

Addiction Medicine Specialist

Chattanooga, TN

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Watters, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Donald Watters, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Watters graduated from University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center College of Medicine. Dr. Watters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watters’s office at (423) 498-2000.

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

    • Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Watters speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watters typically treat?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watters 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. Watters. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watters typically perform?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Watters may include:

    Please contact Dr. Watters' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Watters accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Watters' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Watters' office located?

    Dr. Donald Watters' Primary Practice

    6141 Shallowford Rd Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

    (423) 498-2000

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    Dr. Donald Watters' Practice 2

    305 Grady Rd Ste A

    Etowah, TN 37331

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

    Dr. Watters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003929472.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watters?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Watters's specialty?

    Dr. Watters is an Addiction Medicine Specialist near Chattanooga, TN.

    What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?

    An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.

    Is Dr. Donald Watters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Watters is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Donald Watters accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Watters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Watters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watters' office at (423) 498-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Watters?

    Please contact Dr. Watters' office at (423) 498-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Watters' office located?

    Dr. Watters' offices are located in Chattanooga, TN and Etowah, TN.