33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hazlewood, Internist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Dexter Hazlewood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Hazlewood graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Hazlewood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hazlewood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hazlewood’s office.
Where did Dr. Hazlewood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hazlewood board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Hazlewood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hazlewood speak?
Dr. Hazlewood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hazlewood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hazlewood 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. Hazlewood. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hazlewood typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hazlewood performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hazlewood. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Hazlewood accept my insurance?
Dr. Hazlewood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hazlewood accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Hazlewood in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hazlewood's office located?
What is Dr. Hazlewood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hazlewood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265524771.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hazlewood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hazlewood
What is Dr. Dexter Hazlewood's specialty?
Dr. Hazlewood is a Internist near Worcester, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Dexter Hazlewood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hazlewood is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Mt. Ascutney Hospital And Health Center, New London Hospital, Umass Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dexter Hazlewood accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Hazlewood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dexter Hazlewood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hazlewood's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dexter Hazlewood?
Please contact Dr. Hazlewood's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dexter Hazlewood have?
Dr. Dexter Hazlewood is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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