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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawson, Pediatric Rheumatologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Erica Renee Lawson, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Lawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawson’s office at (415) 476-8668.
Is Dr. Lawson board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Erica Renee Lawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lawson speak?
Dr. Lawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Lawson typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected bone
- Chronic bone infection
- Bone infection in multiple places
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8630: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, unspecified site
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Lawson typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erica Renee Lawson may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-8668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawson accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lawson in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lawson's office located?
Dr. Erica Renee Lawson's Primary Practice
533 Parnassus Ave Rm U-127
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-8668
What is Dr. Lawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982713814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawson
What is Dr. Erica Renee Lawson's specialty?
Dr. Lawson is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Erica Renee Lawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawson is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, San Mateo Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erica Renee Lawson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erica Renee Lawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erica Renee Lawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (415) 476-8668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erica Renee Lawson?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (415) 476-8668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erica Renee Lawson have?
Dr. Erica Renee Lawson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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