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Dr. Rachel Dawson, MD

Dr. Rachel Dawson, MD

Lakewood, WA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dawson, Family Medicine Specialist in Lakewood, WA?

    Dr. Rachel Dawson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Dawson completed her residency at John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (253) 792-6526.

    Where did Dr. Dawson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx

    Is Dr. Dawson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Dawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?

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

    • English

    • Filipino

    • Pilipino

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Ankle
    • Skin Condition
    • Ankle Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Ankle
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97323: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with necrosis of muscle

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Dawson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rachel Dawson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dawson's office.

    Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 792-6526 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Lakewood, WA?

    Dr. Dawson in Lakewood, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Dawson's Primary Practice

    5700 100th St SW Ste 510

    Lakewood, WA 98499

    (253) 792-6526

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    Dr. Rachel Dawson's Practice 2

    5700 100th St SW

    Tacoma, WA 98499

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    Dr. Rachel Dawson's Practice 3

    9332 Bridgeport Way SW

    Tacoma, WA 98499

    (253) 459-6060

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    What is Dr. Dawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356363162.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson

    What is Dr. Rachel Dawson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lakewood, WA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Dawson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Rachel Dawson accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Dawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (253) 792-6526 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Dawson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (253) 792-6526 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Dawson have?

    Dr. Rachel Dawson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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