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Who is Dr. Dixon, Anesthesiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Andrew Dixon, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dixon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixon’s office at (805) 928-1731.
What languages does Dr. Dixon speak?
Dr. Dixon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dixon treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does Dr. Dixon perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dixon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Dixon accept my insurance?
Dr. Dixon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 928-1731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixon accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Dixon in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Central California Alliance for Health
Correct Care Integrated Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
Humana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?
Dr. Andrew Dixon's Primary Practice
1010 Murray Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 928-1731
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 1548550767.
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. Andrew Dixon's specialty?
Dr. Dixon is a Anesthesiologist near San Luis Obispo, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Dixon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew 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: Adventist Health Twin Cities, Mee Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center. 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 Andrew Dixon accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Dixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Dixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (805) 928-1731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Dixon?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (805) 928-1731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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