36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawson, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Charles Lawson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Lawson graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Lawson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawson’s office at (210) 450-9100.
Where did Dr. Lawson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine | Univ Of Texas Medical Branch Hospital | University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Lawson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lawson speak?
Dr. Lawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lawson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance
- Blood Glucose
- Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
- Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
- Glucose Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lawson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Lawson 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. Lawson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawson accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lawson in San Antonio, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lawson's office located?
Dr. Charles Lawson's Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-9100
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Lawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639158470.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawson
What is Dr. Charles Lawson's specialty?
Dr. Lawson is a Internist near San Antonio, 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. Charles Lawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawson is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Charles Lawson accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (210) 450-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lawson?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (210) 450-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Lawson have?
Dr. Charles Lawson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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