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Dr. Katherine Williams, MD

Providence, RI

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Williams, Family Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Katherine Williams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams completed her residency at Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Family Medicine. Dr. Williams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (401) 415-9000.

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

    • Residency: Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Family Medicine | Brown Family Medicine Residency

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Williams board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Williams speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    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:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Williams may include:

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

    Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 415-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Williams in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BMC Health System

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Rhode Island

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Katherine Williams' Primary Practice

    355 Prairie Ave

    Providence, RI 02905

    (401) 415-9000

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    Dr. Katherine Williams' Practice 2

    3461 S County Trl

    East Greenwich, RI 02818

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    Dr. Katherine Williams' Practice 3

    31 Atwood St

    Providence, RI 02909

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

    Dr. Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154385979.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Williams?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Williams's specialty?

    Dr. Williams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI.

    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. Katherine Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Rhode Island Hospital 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 Katherine Williams accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Williams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Williams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (401) 415-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katherine Williams?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (401) 415-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Williams have?

    Dr. Katherine Williams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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