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Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers, MD

Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers, MD

Dunn, NC

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hawkins-Rivers, Surgeon in Dunn, NC?

    Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dunn, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hawkins-Rivers graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine. Dr. Hawkins-Rivers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hawkins-Rivers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hawkins-Rivers’s office at (910) 892-1550.

    Where did Dr. Hawkins-Rivers go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    Is Dr. Hawkins-Rivers board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hawkins-Rivers speak?

    Dr. Hawkins-Rivers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hawkins-Rivers treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hawkins-Rivers 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. Hawkins-Rivers. 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:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    What procedures does Dr. Hawkins-Rivers perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hawkins-Rivers 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. Hawkins-Rivers. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Hawkins-Rivers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hawkins-Rivers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 892-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hawkins-Rivers accept in Dunn, NC?

    Dr. Hawkins-Rivers in Dunn, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Agelity

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Hawkins-Rivers' office located?

    Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers' Primary Practice

    803 Tilghman Dr Ste 200

    Dunn, NC 28334

    (910) 892-1550

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    Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers' Practice 2

    215 Brightwater Dr

    Lillington, NC 27546

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    Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers' Practice 3

    1638 Owen Dr

    Fayetteville, NC 28304

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

    Dr. Hawkins-Rivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194749648.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hawkins-Rivers?

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

    What is Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers's specialty?

    Dr. Hawkins-Rivers is a Surgeon near Dunn, NC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Hawkins-Rivers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hawkins-Rivers is affiliated with Betsy Johnson Hospital, UNC Health Rex, WakeMed Raleigh 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

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    Is Sanford Hawkins-Rivers accepting new patients in Dunn, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hawkins-Rivers's office at (910) 892-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sanford Hawkins-Rivers?

    Please contact Dr. Hawkins-Rivers's office at (910) 892-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers have?

    Dr. Sanford Hawkins-Rivers is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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