39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watkins, Family Medicine Specialist in Cary, NC?
Dr. Robert Watkins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cary, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Watkins graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (919) 858-8360.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Family Medicine | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Watkins board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Watkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Watkins may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 858-8360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Cary, NC?
Dr. Watkins in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
Dr. Robert Watkins' Primary Practice
580 New Waverly Pl Ste 120
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 858-8360
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093815995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Robert Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cary, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Robert Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Robert Watkins accepting new patients in Cary, NC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (919) 858-8360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (919) 858-8360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Watkins have?
Dr. Robert Watkins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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