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Dr. Charles Atkinson, MD

Bullhead City, AZ

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atkinson, Surgeon in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Charles Atkinson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bullhead City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Atkinson graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkinson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (520) 320-5665.

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

    • Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Atkinson board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Atkinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Atkinson treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Pressure Sore
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
    • L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
    • L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Dementia
    • Dementia
    • Multi-infarct dementia
    • Cognitive decline from vascular issues
    • Dementia due to blood vessel problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0150: Vascular dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97818: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with other specified severity

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Atkinson perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Atkinson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atkinson's office.

    Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 320-5665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atkinson accept in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Atkinson in Bullhead City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?

    Dr. Charles Atkinson's Primary Practice

    3706 Highway 95 Ste 101

    Bullhead City, AZ 86442

    (520) 320-5665

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    Dr. Charles Atkinson's Practice 2

    5240 E Knight Dr Ste 116

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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    Dr. Charles Atkinson's Practice 3

    5301 E Grant Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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

    Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871593731.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Atkinson's specialty?

    Dr. Atkinson is a Surgeon near Bullhead City, AZ. 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. Atkinson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atkinson is affiliated with Tucson 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 Charles Atkinson accepting new patients in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Atkinson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (520) 320-5665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Atkinson?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (520) 320-5665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Atkinson have?

    Dr. Charles Atkinson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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