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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stafford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alpena, MI?
Dr. William Stafford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alpena, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stafford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (606) 365-3360.
Is Dr. Stafford board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?
Dr. Stafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stafford typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stafford typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Stafford may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Stafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 365-3360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stafford accept in Alpena, MI?
Dr. Stafford in Alpena, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?
Dr. William Stafford's Primary Practice
1501 W Chisholm St
Alpena, MI 49707
(606) 365-3360
What is Dr. Stafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972691541.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stafford
What is Dr. William Stafford's specialty?
Dr. Stafford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alpena, MI.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. William Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stafford is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Lexington, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Stafford accepting new patients in Alpena, MI?
Yes, Dr. William Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Stafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (606) 365-3360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Stafford?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (606) 365-3360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Stafford have?
Dr. William Stafford is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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