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Dr. Alexander Watson, MD

Physiatrist

Middletown, DE

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watson, Physiatrist in Middletown, DE?

    Dr. Alexander Watson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Middletown, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Watson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (302) 592-4953.

    What languages does Dr. Watson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Watson typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myopathy
    • Muscle Disease
    • Muscle Weakness Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7289: Other specified myopathies

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Watson typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Watson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 592-4953 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Middletown, DE?

    Dr. Watson in Middletown, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Watson also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Alexander Watson's Primary Practice

    114 Sandhill Dr Ste 201

    Middletown, DE 19709

    (302) 592-4953

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    Dr. Alexander Watson's Practice 2

    3567 Silverside Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19810

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    Dr. Alexander Watson's Practice 3

    425 New London Rd

    Newark, DE 19711

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

    Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558928978.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Watson's specialty?

    Dr. Watson is a Physiatrist near Middletown, DE.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Alexander Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Health Hospital, Wilmington Hospital 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alexander Watson accepting new patients in Middletown, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Watson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Watson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (302) 592-4953 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Watson?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (302) 592-4953 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Watson's offices are located in Middletown, DE, Wilmington, DE, and Newark, DE.