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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dickes, Internist in Watertown, SD?
Dr. Edward Dickes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Watertown, SD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dickes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dickes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickes’s office at (605) 886-8471.
What languages does Dr. Dickes speak?
Dr. Dickes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dickes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dickes 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. Dickes. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dickes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Dickes may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dickes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dickes accept my insurance?
Dr. Dickes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 886-8471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dickes accept in Watertown, SD?
Dr. Dickes in Watertown, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Government Employees Health Association
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Dickes' office located?
What is Dr. Dickes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dickes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932411733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dickes
What is Dr. Edward Dickes's specialty?
Dr. Dickes is a Internist near Watertown, SD.
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. Edward Dickes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dickes is affiliated with Brookings Health System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Edward Dickes accepting new patients in Watertown, SD?
Yes, Dr. Edward Dickes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Dickes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dickes's office at (605) 886-8471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Dickes?
Please contact Dr. Dickes's office at (605) 886-8471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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