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Dr. William Dixon, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Obesity Medicine Specialist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dixon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. William Dixon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Dixon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixon’s office at (650) 723-0121.

    What languages does Dr. Dixon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dixon typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dixon typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Dixon may include:

    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 (650) 723-0121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dixon accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Dixon in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?

    Alway Building M 121

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-0121

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    What is Dr. Dixon's NPI number?A 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 1861889065.

    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. William Dixon's specialty?

    Dr. Dixon is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stanford, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. William Dixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dixon is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Sequoia Hospital, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. William Dixon accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Dixon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Dixon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (650) 723-0121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Dixon?

    Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (650) 723-0121 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?

    Dr. Dixon's office is located in Stanford, CA.