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Dr. William Liaw, MD

Dr. William Liaw, MD

Wellesley, MA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liaw, Internist in Wellesley, MA?

    Dr. William Liaw, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wellesley, MA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Liaw completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine. Dr. Liaw is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Liaw’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liaw’s office at (781) 943-3000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Liaw?

    Dr. William Liaw, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Liaw empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concierge Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wellesley/MA community, Dr. Liaw is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va

    Is Dr. Liaw board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Liaw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Liaw speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Liaw treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Liaw 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. Liaw. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Rectum Cancer Test
    • Anal Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Liaw perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Liaw may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Liaw's office.

    Does Dr. Liaw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 943-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liaw accept in Wellesley, MA?

    Dr. Liaw in Wellesley, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Liaw's office located?

    Dr. William Liaw's Primary Practice

    40 Walnut St Ste 102

    Wellesley, MA 02481

    (781) 943-3000

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

    Dr. Liaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912954611.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liaw?

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

    What is Dr. William Liaw's specialty?

    Dr. Liaw is a Internist near Wellesley, MA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Liaw to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Liaw is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Liaw accepting new patients in Wellesley, MA?

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

    Does Dr. William Liaw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liaw's office at (781) 943-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Liaw?

    Please contact Dr. Liaw's office at (781) 943-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Liaw have?

    Dr. William Liaw is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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