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Dr. William Newton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatric Emergency Specialist

Augusta, GA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Newton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. William Newton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Newton graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Newton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Newton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Newton’s office at (706) 922-3669.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine; D D Eisenhower Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Newton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. William Newton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Newton speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Newton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Newton 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. Newton. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Newton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Newton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Newton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Newton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 922-3669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Newton accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Newton in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Newton's office located?

    Dr. William Newton's Primary Practice

    3651 Wheeler Rd

    Augusta, GA 30909

    (706) 922-3669

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    Dr. William Newton's Practice 2

    469 Lewiston Rd

    Grovetown, GA 30813

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    Dr. William Newton's Practice 3

    104 N Belair Rd Ste 101

    Evans, GA 30809

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

    Dr. Newton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518075522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Newton?

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

    What is Dr. William Newton's specialty?

    Dr. Newton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Augusta, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Newton is affiliated with Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. William Newton accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. William Newton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Newton's office at (706) 922-3669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Newton?

    Please contact Dr. Newton's office at (706) 922-3669 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Newton's office located?

    Dr. Newton's offices are located in Augusta, GA, Grovetown, GA, and Evans, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Newton have?

    Dr. William Newton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.