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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dawson, Family Medicine Specialist in Pocahontas, AR?
Dr. Justin Dawson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pocahontas, AR. Dr. Dawson graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Uams Area Health Educ Ctrs. Dr. Dawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson’s office at (870) 892-4467.
Where did Dr. Dawson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Uams Area Health Educ Ctrs | UNIVERSITY OF ARKANAS MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?
Dr. Dawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dawson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dawson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dawson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dawson. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 892-4467 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson accept in Pocahontas, AR?
Dr. Dawson in Pocahontas, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?
Dr. Justin Dawson's Primary Practice
2901 Medical Center Dr
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4467
What is Dr. Dawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740279553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson
What is Dr. Justin Dawson's specialty?
Dr. Dawson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pocahontas, AR.
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 this Dr. Justin Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with St. Bernards 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 Justin Dawson accepting new patients in Pocahontas, AR?
Yes, Dr. Justin Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Dawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (870) 892-4467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Dawson?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (870) 892-4467 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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