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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dodson, Internist in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Robert Dodson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dodson graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program. Dr. Dodson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dodson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dodson’s office at (573) 334-9641.
Where did Dr. Dodson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Dodson speak?
Dr. Dodson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dodson typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
- Parkinson's Disease
- Fluctuating Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods
- Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dodson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Dodson 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. Dodson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dodson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dodson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 334-9641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dodson accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Dodson in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dodson's office located?
Dr. Robert Dodson's Primary Practice
3250 Gordonville Rd Ste 301
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-9641
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 1154349231.
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. Robert Dodson's specialty?
Dr. Dodson is a Internist near Cape Girardeau, MO.
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. Robert Dodson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dodson is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo, Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Robert Dodson accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. Robert Dodson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Dodson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (573) 334-9641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Dodson?
Please contact Dr. Dodson's office at (573) 334-9641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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