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Who is Dr. Dixon, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Joseph Dixon, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dixon is currently affiliated with Mott Hospital. Dr. Dixon is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixon’s office at (734) 647-8535.
What languages does Dr. Dixon speak?
Dr. Dixon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Dixon typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Dixon 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. Dixon. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Dixon typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Dixon may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dixon accept my insurance?
Dr. Dixon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 647-8535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixon accept in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Dixon in Pontiac, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?
Dr. Joseph Dixon's Primary Practice
44428 Woodward Ave Ste 102
Pontiac, MI 48341
(734) 647-8535
What is Dr. Dixon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dixon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174985345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dixon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dixon
What is Dr. Joseph Dixon's specialty?
Dr. Dixon is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Pontiac, MI.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Joseph Dixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dixon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St Mary Mercy Hospital Professional. 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 Joseph Dixon accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Dixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Dixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (734) 647-8535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Dixon?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (734) 647-8535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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