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Dr. Robert Theakston, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Fort Payne, AL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Theakston, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Robert Theakston, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Theakston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Theakston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Theakston’s office at (256) 845-9355.

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

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Theakston speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Theakston typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Theakston 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. Theakston. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Theakston typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Robert Theakston may include:

    Please contact Dr. Theakston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Theakston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Theakston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 845-9355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Theakston accept in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Theakston in Fort Payne, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Theakston's office located?

    Dr. Robert Theakston's Primary Practice

    211 Greenhill Blvd NW

    Fort Payne, AL 35967

    (256) 845-9355

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    Dr. Robert Theakston's Practice 2

    200 Medical Center Dr SW

    Fort Payne, AL 35968

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

    Dr. Theakston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255374492.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Theakston?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Theakston's specialty?

    Dr. Theakston is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Fort Payne, AL.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. Robert Theakston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Theakston is affiliated with Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Uab Hospital, Brookwood Baptist 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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. Robert Theakston accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Theakston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Theakston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Theakston's office at (256) 845-9355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Theakston?

    Please contact Dr. Theakston's office at (256) 845-9355 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Theakston's office located?

    Dr. Theakston's office is located in Fort Payne, AL.