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Dr. John Watson, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 50
Dr. John Watson, MD
4.9 (174 Ratings)

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Dr. John Watson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Springfield, IL.
Dr. John Watson, MD
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Dr. John Watson, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* Age 50
Springfield, IL
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Watson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Springfield, IL.

About

Dr. Watson graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2001 and completed a residency at University of Colorado, Denver, CO.Dr. John Watson, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Springfield, IL and has 23 years experience. Dr. Watson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital. Dr. Watson has experience treating conditions like Radiculopathy and Lumbar Radiculopathy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Watson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 174 times. Dr. Watson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Watson is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Arthrocentesis
Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Arthrocentesis
Radiculopathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Arthrocentesis
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Nerve Block
Hip Tendinitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Upper Back Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Hip Sprain
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Arthritis of the Spine
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Disorders
Broken Neck
Cervical Vertigo
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Headache
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Disorders
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Morton's Neuroma
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tarlov Cyst
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Diagnostic Ultrasound
EMG (Electromyography)
Epidural Steroid Injections
Facet Blocks
Hip Dislocation
In-Office Ultrasound
Interventional Pain Management
Joint Drainage
McMurray's Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Radiofrequency Ablation
Somatic Nerve Block
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • UniCare
  • Medicare
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • HealthLink
  • Coventry Health Care
  • HFN
  • CorVel
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • HAP Insurance

Locations

  1. 1 Ophthalmology Center of Illinois SC
    1301 S Koke Mill Rd, Springfield, IL 62711
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (217) 547-9100
  2. 2 Memorial Medical Center
    701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL 62781
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watson
4.9
Based on 174 Reviews
5 Stars (166)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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Jan 27, 2024
Explains condition well and easy to talk to. Seen promptly and great nursing staff as well.
— Jan 27, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Pain Medicine
Interventional Pain Medicine
Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine Pain Management
Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Spinal Cord Injury Medicine
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Interventional Spine Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine
Spine Physiatry
Electromyography
Orthopedics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Colorado, Denver, CO
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Watson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Watson's profile.

Dr. Watson frequently treats the following conditions: Radiculopathy and Lumbar Radiculopathy. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Watson, MD is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Watson, MD holds board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL

  • Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital

    200 Stahlhut Dr, Lincoln, IL

  • HSHS St. John's Hospital

    800 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL