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Who is Dr. Shoemaker, Rheumatologist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. William Shoemaker, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Shoemaker is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shoemaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shoemaker’s office at (910) 815-7421.
What languages does Dr. Shoemaker speak?
Dr. Shoemaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Shoemaker typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Shoemaker 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. Shoemaker. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Abnormal Immune System Marker
- Abnormal immune test
- Unexplained immune finding
- Unspecified immunological finding
ICD-10 Codes:
- R769: Abnormal immunological finding in serum, unspecified
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:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Shoemaker typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Shoemaker may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Shoemaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shoemaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shoemaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 815-7421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shoemaker accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Shoemaker in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Summa Health
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shoemaker's office located?
Dr. William Shoemaker's Primary Practice
2421 Silver Stream Ln
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 815-7421
What is Dr. Shoemaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shoemaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740642925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shoemaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shoemaker
What is Dr. William Shoemaker's specialty?
Dr. Shoemaker is a Rheumatologist near Wilmington, NC.
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 Shoemaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shoemaker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Shoemaker accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
No, Dr. William Shoemaker is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shoemaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shoemaker's office at (910) 815-7421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shoemaker?
Please contact Dr. Shoemaker's office at (910) 815-7421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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