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Dr. Dwight Townsend, MD

Dr. Dwight Townsend, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist, Body Imaging Specialist

McAllen, TX

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Townsend, Diagnostic Radiologist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Dwight Townsend, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Townsend graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Diagnostic Radiology; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (703) 369-8073.

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

    • Fellowship: University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

    • Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Diagnostic Radiology; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine | Eastern Va Med School | University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Townsend board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Townsend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Neck Injury
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Trauma
    • Neck Damage
    • Injured Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dwight Townsend may include:

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

    Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 369-8073 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Townsend in McAllen, TX 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

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    Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

    Dr. Dwight Townsend's Primary Practice

    301 W Expressway 83

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (703) 369-8073

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    Dr. Dwight Townsend's Practice 2

    1900 S D St

    McAllen, TX 78503

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    Dr. Dwight Townsend's Practice 3

    900 S Bryan Rd

    Mission, TX 78572

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

    Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811981590.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?

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

    What is Dr. Dwight Townsend's specialty?

    Dr. Townsend is a Diagnostic Radiologist near McAllen, TX.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Dwight Townsend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Townsend is affiliated with Dhr Health, Mission Regional Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Hca Houston Healthcare 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Dwight Townsend accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Townsend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dwight Townsend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (703) 369-8073 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dwight Townsend?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (703) 369-8073 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

    Dr. Townsend's offices are located in McAllen, TX and Mission, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dwight Townsend have?

    Dr. Dwight Townsend is certified by the American Board of Radiology.