32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scott, Rheumatologist in Chiefland, FL?
Dr. Donald Scott, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chiefland, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Scott graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scott’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scott’s office at (352) 378-5173.
Where did Dr. Scott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Geisinger Clin | Geisinger Health System Program
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Scott speak?
Dr. Scott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Scott typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Scott 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. Scott. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Scott typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Scott may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Scott's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scott accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 378-5173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scott accept in Chiefland, FL?
Dr. Scott in Chiefland, FL 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 Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scott's office located?
What is Dr. Scott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346229390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scott
What is Dr. Donald Scott's specialty?
Dr. Scott is a Rheumatologist near Chiefland, FL.
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. Donald Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Scott accepting new patients in Chiefland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Donald Scott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Scott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (352) 378-5173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Scott?
Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (352) 378-5173 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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