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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watkins, Internist in Longview, TX?
Dr. Sanford Watkins, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Longview, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office.
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanford Watkins may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Longview, TX?
Dr. Watkins in Longview, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
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 1992781090.
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. Sanford Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Internist near Longview, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sanford Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sanford Watkins accepting new patients in Longview, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanford Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanford Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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