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Dr. Richard Dotson, MD
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dotson, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Washington, DC?
Dr. Richard Dotson, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. Dr. Dotson completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Ophthalmology; Mercy Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dotson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dotson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dotson’s office at (202) 396-8200.
Where did Dr. Dotson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Ophthalmology; Mercy Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Dotson board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
Yes, Dr. Richard Dotson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Dotson speak?
Dr. Dotson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Dotson typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Dotson 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. Dotson. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Dotson typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Richard Dotson may include:
Please contact Dr. Dotson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dotson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dotson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 396-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dotson accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Dotson in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dotson's office located?
Dr. Richard Dotson's Primary Practice
1647 Benning Rd NE Ste 102
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 396-8200
What is Dr. Dotson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dotson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013019272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dotson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dotson
What is Dr. Richard Dotson's specialty?
Dr. Dotson is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Washington, DC.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Richard Dotson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dotson is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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
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Is Richard Dotson accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Dotson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Dotson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dotson's office at (202) 396-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Dotson?
Please contact Dr. Dotson's office at (202) 396-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Dotson have?
Dr. Richard Dotson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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