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Dr. Matthew Lawson, MD

Tallahassee, FL

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    Who is Dr. Lawson, Neurosurgeon in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Matthew Lawson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Lawson graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Lawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawson’s office at (850) 877-5115.

    Where did Dr. Lawson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lawson speak?

    Dr. Lawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lawson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I608: Other nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
    • I6350: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of unspecified cerebral artery
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Slurred Speech
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Unclear speech
    • Mumbled speech
    • Dysarthria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4781: Slurred speech

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Fracture
    • Broken Neck Bone
    • Spinal Fracture in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S129XXD: Fracture of neck, unspecified, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Does Dr. Lawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 877-5115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawson accept in Tallahassee, FL?

    Dr. Lawson in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Lawson's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Lawson's Primary Practice

    1401 Centerville Rd Ste 300

    Tallahassee, FL 32308

    (850) 877-5115

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    What is Dr. Lawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730251943.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawson

    What is Dr. Matthew Lawson's specialty?

    Dr. Lawson is a Neurosurgeon near Tallahassee, FL. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Lawson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Lawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lawson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Matthew Lawson accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Lawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Lawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (850) 877-5115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Lawson?

    Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (850) 877-5115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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