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Who is Dr. Williams, Rheumatologist in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Christopher Williams, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (913) 588-3402.
What languages does Dr. Williams speak?
Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Williams treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
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
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Pseudogout
- Gout
- Chondrocalcinosis
- CPPD Disease
- Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1120: Other chondrocalcinosis, unspecified site
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:
- 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
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:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Williams perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Williams may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Williams' office.
Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?
Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 588-3402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Williams in Kansas City, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Christopher Williams' Primary Practice
3901 Rainbow Blvd Ste 5300
Kansas City, KS 66160
(913) 588-3402
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 1922569888.
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. Christopher Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Rheumatologist near Kansas City, KS. 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. Contact Dr. Williams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with The University of Kansas Hospital, Olathe Medical Center, Miami County Medical Center, The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis 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
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Is Christopher Williams accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (913) 588-3402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (913) 588-3402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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