Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ridgway, Rheumatologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. William Ridgway, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ridgway completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Ridgway is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ridgway’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ridgway’s office.
Where did Dr. Ridgway go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Hospital - Palo Alto, CA (Rheumatology/Immunology)
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Is Dr. Ridgway board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. William Ridgway, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ridgway speak?
Dr. Ridgway and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ridgway typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ridgway 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. Ridgway. 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:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Giant cell arteritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
- Temporal arteritis
- Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Polymyositis
- Myositis
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ridgway typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Ridgway may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Ridgway's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ridgway accept my insurance?
Dr. Ridgway accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ridgway accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ridgway in Sacramento, CA 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 Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ridgway's office located?
What is Dr. Ridgway's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ridgway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811962244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ridgway?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ridgway
What is Dr. William Ridgway's specialty?
Dr. Ridgway is a Rheumatologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. William Ridgway affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ridgway is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Mercy San Juan 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Ridgway accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Ridgway is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Ridgway offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ridgway's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Ridgway?
Please contact Dr. Ridgway's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Ridgway have?
Dr. William Ridgway is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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