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Who is Dr. Watkins, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Saint Cloud, MN?
Dr. Douglas Watkins, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Cloud, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Watkins completed his residency at St Luke'S Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (320) 229-4917.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Hosp, Family Medicine | St Luke's Hospital
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Watkins board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Watkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Watkins may include:
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (320) 229-4917 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Saint Cloud, MN?
Dr. Watkins in Saint Cloud, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Jefferson Health
State of Minnesota
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
Dr. Douglas Watkins' Primary Practice
1900 Centracare Cir
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 229-4917
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992795652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Douglas Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Saint Cloud, MN.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Douglas Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Watkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Douglas Watkins accepting new patients in Saint Cloud, MN?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (320) 229-4917 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (320) 229-4917 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Watkins have?
Dr. Douglas Watkins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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