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Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Richlands, VA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilcoxson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richlands, VA?

    Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richlands, VA. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Wilcoxson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilcoxson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilcoxson’s office at (276) 596-6153.

    What languages does Dr. Wilcoxson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilcoxson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wilcoxson 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. Wilcoxson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial 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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilcoxson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wilcoxson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilcoxson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 596-6153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilcoxson accept in Richlands, VA?

    Dr. Wilcoxson in Richlands, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wilcoxson's office located?

    Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson's Primary Practice

    6801 Governor Gc Peery Hwy

    Richlands, VA 24641

    (276) 596-6153

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wilcoxson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wilcoxson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Clinch Valley Medical Center,Richlands, VA
    Russell County Hospital,Johnson City, TN
    Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital,Tazewell, VA

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

    Dr. Wilcoxson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629012927.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilcoxson?

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

    What is Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson's specialty?

    Dr. Wilcoxson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richlands, VA.

    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 Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilcoxson is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Lewisgale 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Lesley Wilcoxson accepting new patients in Richlands, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilcoxson's office at (276) 596-6153 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lesley Wilcoxson?

    Please contact Dr. Wilcoxson's office at (276) 596-6153 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wilcoxson's office located?

    Dr. Wilcoxson's office is located in Richlands, VA.