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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dickson, Family Medicine Specialist in Forks, WA?
Dr. Richard Dickson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forks, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Dickson completed his residency at Doctors Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Dickson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickson’s office at (360) 374-6271.
Where did Dr. Dickson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Doctors Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa
What languages does Dr. Dickson speak?
Dr. Dickson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dickson typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dickson 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. Dickson. 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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dickson typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Dickson may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Dickson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dickson accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Dickson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Dickson's office located?
What is Dr. Dickson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760455075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dickson
What is Dr. Richard Dickson's specialty?
Dr. Dickson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Forks, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Richard Dickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dickson 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Dickson accepting new patients in Forks, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Dickson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Dickson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dickson's office at (360) 374-6271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Dickson?
Please contact Dr. Dickson's office at (360) 374-6271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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