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Dr. Michael Watterson, MD

Dr. Michael Watterson, MD

Greenville, NC

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Watterson, Rheumatologist in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Michael Watterson, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Watterson completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Watterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watterson’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watterson’s office at (252) 413-6643.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Watterson board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Watterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Watterson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Watterson typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Watterson 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. Watterson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Watterson typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Watterson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Watterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 413-6643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watterson accept in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Watterson in Greenville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Watterson's office located?

    Dr. Michael Watterson's Primary Practice

    1850 W Arlington Blvd

    Greenville, NC 27834

    (252) 413-6643

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    Dr. Michael Watterson's Practice 2

    1109 Memorial Dr E

    Ahoskie, NC 27910

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    Dr. Michael Watterson's Practice 3

    2303 Wellington Dr SW

    Wilson, NC 27893

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

    Dr. Watterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477548584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watterson?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Watterson's specialty?

    Dr. Watterson is a Rheumatologist near Greenville, NC.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is this Dr. Michael Watterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Watterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Parkwest Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Michael Watterson accepting new patients in Greenville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Watterson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Watterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watterson's office at (252) 413-6643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Watterson?

    Please contact Dr. Watterson's office at (252) 413-6643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Watterson have?

    Dr. Michael Watterson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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