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Dr. Brian Dawson, MD

Fort Smith, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dawson, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Brian Dawson, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dawson graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Resurrection Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, Cebuano, Central Khmer, Hindi, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (509) 222-1275.

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

    • Residency: Resurrection Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Presence Resurrection Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dawson board certified in Addiction Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Dawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?

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

    • Cebuano

    • Central Khmer

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?

    As a Addiction 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Withdrawal
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Opioid detox
    • Opioid withdrawal syndrome
    • Coming off opioids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

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

    As a Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian 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 (509) 222-1275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Fort Smith, AR?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Dr. Brian Dawson's Primary Practice

    1100 Lexington Ave Ste 400

    Fort Smith, AR 72901

    (509) 222-1275

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    Dr. Brian Dawson's Practice 2

    615 W Main St

    Cut Bank, MT 59427

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    Dr. Brian Dawson's Practice 3

    121 N Last Chance Gulch

    Helena, MT 59601

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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 1871540435.

    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. Brian Dawson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Fort Smith, AR. An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions. Contact Dr. Dawson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with Kadlec Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Addiction 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 Brian Dawson accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Dawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (509) 222-1275 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Dawson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (509) 222-1275 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Dawson have?

    Dr. Brian Dawson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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