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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Williams, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Dean Williams, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Williams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (308) 568-8760.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Calgary Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Williams board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dean Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically treat?
As an Emergency 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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Williams 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. 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 (308) 568-8760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Williams in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Dean Williams' Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(308) 568-8760
What hospitals are Dr. Williams affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Williams has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center,Wilkes-Barre, PA
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital,Coal Township, PARanked Colon Surgery
Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital,Coal Township, PA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PARanked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital,Lewistown, PARanked Colon Surgery
Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital,Lewistown, PA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Great Plains Health,North Platte, NE
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Great Plains Health,North Platte, NE
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City,Dickson City, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City,Dickson City, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
What is Dr. Williams's NPI number?A 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 1104841501.
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. Dean Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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 Dr. Dean Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Great Plains Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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 Dr. Dean Williams accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Dean Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dean Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams' office at (308) 568-8760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dean Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams' office at (308) 568-8760 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Williams' offices are located in Wilkes Barre, PA and Bloomsburg, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dean Williams have?
Dr. Dean Williams is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine.
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