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Dr. David Saxon, MD

Paducah, KY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saxon, Family Medicine Specialist in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. David Saxon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxon graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Trover Clin. Dr. Saxon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxon’s office at (270) 377-1600.

    Where did Dr. Saxon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Trover Clin | Billings Clinic Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Saxon board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Saxon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saxon speak?

    Dr. Saxon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saxon typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saxon 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. Saxon. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saxon typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Saxon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Saxon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 377-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxon accept in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. Saxon in Paducah, KY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Saxon's office located?

    Dr. David Saxon's Primary Practice

    2601 Kentucky Ave Ste 103

    Paducah, KY 42003

    (270) 377-1600

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    Dr. David Saxon's Practice 2

    1851 N Main St

    Madisonville, KY 42431

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    Dr. David Saxon's Practice 3

    1010 Medical Center Dr

    Powderly, KY 42367

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

    Dr. Saxon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023075173.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxon?

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

    What is Dr. David Saxon's specialty?

    Dr. Saxon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Paducah, KY.

    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. David Saxon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxon is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is David Saxon accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?

    Yes, Dr. David Saxon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Saxon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (270) 377-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Saxon?

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (270) 377-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Saxon have?

    Dr. David Saxon is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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