Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dobson, Surgeon in Rockledge, FL?
Dr. Howard Dobson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rockledge, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Dobson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dobson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dobson’s office at (321) 637-2975.
What languages does Dr. Dobson speak?
Dr. Dobson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Dobson treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dobson 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. Dobson. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Repeated Groin Hernia
- Recurring Hernia in Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Dobson perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Dobson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dobson's office.
Does Dr. Dobson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dobson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 637-2975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dobson accept in Rockledge, FL?
Dr. Dobson in Rockledge, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dobson's office located?
What is Dr. Dobson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dobson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417992454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dobson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dobson
What is Dr. Howard Dobson's specialty?
Dr. Dobson is a Surgeon near Rockledge, FL. 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. Dobson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Dobson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dobson is affiliated with Rockledge 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
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Is Howard Dobson accepting new patients in Rockledge, FL?
Yes, Dr. Howard Dobson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Dobson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dobson's office at (321) 637-2975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Dobson?
Please contact Dr. Dobson's office at (321) 637-2975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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