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Dr. William Short, MD

Dr. William Short, MD

Topeka, KS

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Short, Family Medicine Specialist in Topeka, KS?

    Dr. William Short, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Short is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Short’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Short’s office at (785) 263-1634.

    What languages does Dr. Short speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Short typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Short typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Short performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Short. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Short accept my insurance?

    Dr. Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 263-1634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Short accept in Topeka, KS?

    Dr. Short in Topeka, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Sana Benefits

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Short's office located?

    Dr. William Short also offers virtual visits

    Dr. William Short's Primary Practice

    1100 SW Wanamaker Rd Ste 103

    Topeka, KS 66604

    (785) 263-1634

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    Dr. William Short's Practice 2

    1111 N Brady St

    Abilene, KS 67410

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    Dr. William Short's Practice 3

    511 NE 10th St

    Abilene, KS 67410

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Short?

    Dr. Short has appointments available at his Topeka, KS office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841300340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Short?

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

    What is Dr. William Short's specialty?

    Dr. Short is a Family Medicine Specialist near Topeka, KS.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Short is affiliated with Salina Regional Health Center, Butler Memorial Hospital, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 William Short accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?

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

    Does Dr. William Short offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Short, or call (785) 263-1634 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with William Short?

    Yes, Dr. Short offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Short, or call (785) 263-1634 for more information.

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