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Dr. Selwyn Waterton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waterton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Selwyn Waterton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waterton completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Waterton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waterton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waterton’s office at (954) 433-7120.

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

    • Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Waterton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Selwyn Waterton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waterton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waterton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waterton 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. Waterton. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waterton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Selwyn Waterton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waterton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waterton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 433-7120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waterton accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Waterton in Port Saint Lucie, FL 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)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waterton's office located?

    Dr. Selwyn Waterton's Primary Practice

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

    (954) 433-7120

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    Dept Of Emergency Medicine

    201 E Sample Rd

    Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

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    Dr. Selwyn Waterton's Practice 3

    703 N Flamingo Rd

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

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    What hospitals are Dr. Waterton affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Waterton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Broward Health North,Deerfield Beach, FL
    Broward Health Medical Center,Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Larkin Community Hospital South Miami,South Miami, FL

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

    Dr. Waterton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447245535.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waterton?

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

    What is Dr. Selwyn Waterton's specialty?

    Dr. Waterton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Selwyn Waterton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waterton is affiliated with Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Broward Health Coral Springs, Delray 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Selwyn Waterton accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Selwyn Waterton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Selwyn Waterton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waterton's office at (954) 433-7120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Selwyn Waterton?

    Please contact Dr. Waterton's office at (954) 433-7120 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waterton's office located?

    Dr. Waterton's offices are located in Port Saint Lucie, FL, Deerfield Beach, FL, and Pembroke Pines, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Selwyn Waterton have?

    Dr. Selwyn Waterton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.