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Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson, MD

Woodbridge, VA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dawson-Richardson, Pediatrician in Woodbridge, VA?

    Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Woodbridge, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Dawson-Richardson completed her residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Dawson-Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dawson-Richardson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dawson-Richardson’s office at (703) 490-8400.

    Where did Dr. Dawson-Richardson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Dawson-Richardson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dawson-Richardson speak?

    Dr. Dawson-Richardson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dawson-Richardson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dawson-Richardson 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-Richardson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergy Desensitization
    • Allergy shots
    • Immunotherapy for allergies
    • Allergen desensitization therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z516: Encounter for desensitization to allergens

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dawson-Richardson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dawson-Richardson's office.

    Does Dr. Dawson-Richardson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dawson-Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 490-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dawson-Richardson accept in Woodbridge, VA?

    Dr. Dawson-Richardson in Woodbridge, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Dawson-Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson's Primary Practice

    14139 Potomac Mills Rd

    Woodbridge, VA 22192

    (703) 490-8400

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    Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson's Practice 2

    201 N Washington St

    Falls Church, VA 22046

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    Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson's Practice 3

    13285 Minnieville Rd

    Woodbridge, VA 22192

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    What is Dr. Dawson-Richardson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dawson-Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194796250.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson-Richardson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson-Richardson

    What is Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Dawson-Richardson is a Pediatrician near Woodbridge, VA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Dawson-Richardson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dawson-Richardson is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital 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 Shannon Dawson-Richardson accepting new patients in Woodbridge, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson-Richardson's office at (703) 490-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shannon Dawson-Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Dawson-Richardson's office at (703) 490-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson have?

    Dr. Shannon Dawson-Richardson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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