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Who is Dr. Dodson, Hospitalist in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Stephen Dodson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Dodson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dodson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dodson’s office at (321) 434-7000.
What languages does Dr. Dodson speak?
Dr. Dodson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dodson treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dodson 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. Dodson. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Breakdown
- Acute Muscle Injury
- Myoglobinuria
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6282: Rhabdomyolysis
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Dodson perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephen Dodson may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dodson's office.
Does Dr. Dodson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dodson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 434-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dodson accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Dodson in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Community Care
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dodson's office located?
What is Dr. Dodson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dodson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215324512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dodson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dodson
What is Dr. Stephen Dodson's specialty?
Dr. Dodson is a Hospitalist near Melbourne, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Dodson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Dodson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dodson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cape Canaveral 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Stephen Dodson accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Dodson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Dodson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (321) 434-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Dodson?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (321) 434-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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