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Dr. Joel Watson, DO

Muskogee, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watson, Family Medicine Specialist in Muskogee, OK?

    Dr. Joel Watson, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Muskogee, OK with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Watson graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Cahaba Medical Care. Dr. Watson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (918) 748-7539.

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

    • Residency: Cahaba Medical Care

    • Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Watson speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Watson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Severe Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Systemic Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Watson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Watson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watson's office.

    Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 748-7539 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Muskogee, OK?

    Dr. Watson in Muskogee, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cherokee Nation Businesses

    • Community Care Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • GlobalHealth

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Joel Watson's Primary Practice

    300 Rockefeller Dr

    Muskogee, OK 74401

    (918) 748-7539

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    Dr. Joel Watson's Practice 2

    1401 W Pawnee St

    Cleveland, OK 74020

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    Dr. Joel Watson's Practice 3

    1923 S Utica Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74104

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

    Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932428661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Watson's specialty?

    Dr. Watson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Muskogee, OK. 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. Watson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watson is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Joel Watson accepting new patients in Muskogee, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Watson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Watson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (918) 748-7539 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Watson?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (918) 748-7539 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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