MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dawson, Family Medicine Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Merrion Dawson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (480) 394-4469.
What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?
Dr. Dawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Dawson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Merrion Dawson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dawson's office.
Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 394-4469 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Dawson in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?
What is Dr. Dawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952042947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson
What is Dr. Merrion Dawson's specialty?
Dr. Dawson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Dawson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Merrion Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner Desert 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Merrion Dawson accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Merrion Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merrion Dawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (480) 394-4469 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merrion Dawson?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (480) 394-4469 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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