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Dr. William Farmer, MD

Hamden, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farmer, Internist in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. William Farmer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Farmer graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (203) 230-5888.

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

    • Residency: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Farmer board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Farmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Farmer treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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:

    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hives
    • Hives
    • Hives of unknown cause
    • Spontaneous urticaria
    • Persistent welts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L501: Idiopathic urticaria

    Which procedures does Dr. Farmer perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Farmer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Farmer's office.

    Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 230-5888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. Farmer in Hamden, CT 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. William Farmer's Primary Practice

    2447 Whitney Ave # 2A

    Hamden, CT 06518

    (203) 230-5888

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

    Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689660771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?

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

    What is Dr. William Farmer's specialty?

    Dr. Farmer is a Internist near Hamden, CT.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Farmer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Griffin Hospital, Hartford Hospital, Midstate 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 William Farmer accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?

    Yes, Dr. William Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Farmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (203) 230-5888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Farmer?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (203) 230-5888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Farmer have?

    Dr. William Farmer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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