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Dr. William Simmons, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simmons, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. William Simmons, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (415) 353-2626.

    What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Simmons treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Which procedures does Dr. Simmons perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-2626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Simmons in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Community Health Network

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?

    Dr. William Simmons' Primary Practice

    1701 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 353-2626

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    Dr. William Simmons' Practice 2

    400 Parnassus Ave # 336

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. William Simmons' Practice 3

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326537721.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?

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

    What is Dr. William Simmons's specialty?

    Dr. Simmons is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Simmons to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Novato Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 Simmons accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. William Simmons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (415) 353-2626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Simmons?

    Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (415) 353-2626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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