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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dixon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dora, AL?
Dr. Scott Dixon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dora, AL. Dr. Dixon completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Dixon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dixon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dixon’s office at (205) 648-4567.
Where did Dr. Dixon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dixon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Dixon may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (205) 648-4567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dixon accept in Dora, AL?
Dr. Dixon in Dora, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Florida
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Dixon's office located?
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 1508805672.
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. Scott Dixon's specialty?
Dr. Dixon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dora, AL.
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 this Dr. Scott Dixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dixon is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Dixon accepting new patients in Dora, AL?
Yes, Dr. Scott Dixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Dixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (205) 648-4567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Dixon?
Please contact Dr. Dixon's office at (205) 648-4567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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