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Dr. Theresa Jackson, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Portsmouth, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jackson, Family Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Theresa Jackson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Jackson completed her residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine; Sentara Norfolk Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jackson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jackson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jackson’s office at (757) 397-6930.

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

    • Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine; Sentara Norfolk Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Jackson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Jackson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jackson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jackson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jackson 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. Jackson. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jackson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Theresa Jackson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Jackson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jackson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 397-6930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jackson accept in Portsmouth, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Selman and company

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jackson's office located?

    Dr. Theresa Jackson's Primary Practice

    1040 University Blvd

    Portsmouth, VA 23703

    (757) 397-6930

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    Dr. Theresa Jackson's Practice 2

    3640 High St Ste 2A

    Portsmouth, VA 23707

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    Dr. Theresa Jackson's Practice 3

    3509 Granby St # B

    Norfolk, VA 23504

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

    Dr. Jackson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245239227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jackson?

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

    What is Dr. Theresa Jackson's specialty?

    Dr. Jackson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, VA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Theresa Jackson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jackson is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Regional 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Theresa Jackson accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Jackson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theresa Jackson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (757) 397-6930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Theresa Jackson?

    Please contact Dr. Jackson's office at (757) 397-6930 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jackson's office located?

    Dr. Jackson's offices are located in Portsmouth, VA and Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theresa Jackson have?

    Dr. Theresa Jackson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.