Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Williams, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Melissa Williams, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Williams graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (916) 453-3300.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Affiliated Hospitals | LECOMT/Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hosp Program
Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Williams speak?
Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Williams treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Intestinal Cancer
- Small Intestine Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Duodenal Cancer
- Small Bowel Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Duodenum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C170: Malignant neoplasm of duodenum
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Williams perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Williams may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Williams' office.
Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?
Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 453-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Williams in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Member
What is Dr. Williams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205000122.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Williams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Williams
What is Dr. Melissa Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Sacramento, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Williams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Davis Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Melissa Williams accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (916) 453-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (916) 453-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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