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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watson, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Benjamin Watson, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Watson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (205) 240-2476.
What languages does Dr. Watson speak?
Dr. Watson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Watson treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Watson perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Watson may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watson's office.
Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?
Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 240-2476 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Watson in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Watson's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Watson's Primary Practice
1340 Broad Ave Ste 240
Gulfport, MS 39501
(205) 240-2476
What is Dr. Watson's NPI number?An 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 1679078356.
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. Benjamin Watson's specialty?
Dr. Watson is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Gulfport, MS. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Watson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, University of Mississippi 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Benjamin Watson accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Watson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Watson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (205) 240-2476 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Watson?
Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (205) 240-2476 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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