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Dr. Philip Dawson, MD

Pediatrician

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dawson, Pediatrician in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Philip Dawson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Dawson graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dawson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Dawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dawson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dawson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Philip Dawson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Richmond, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Pediatrics

    9606 Patterson Ave

    Richmond, VA 23229

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

    Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245275502.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Dawson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson is a Pediatrician near Richmond, VA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Philip Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Philip Dawson accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Dawson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Dawson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?

    Dr. Dawson's office is located in Richmond, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Dawson have?

    Dr. Philip Dawson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.