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Dr. James Williams, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Williams, Family Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. James Williams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, 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 (202) 244-9300.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine | Providence Hospital | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Williams board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Williams speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically treat?

    As a Family 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Disease After-effects
    • Long-term Cerebrovascular Problems
    • Post-Cerebrovascular Disease Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6990: Unspecified sequelae of unspecified cerebrovascular disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Williams may include:

    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 (202) 244-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Williams in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. James Williams' Primary Practice

    5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 310

    Washington, DC 20016

    (202) 244-9300

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    Dr. James Williams' Practice 2

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

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    What hospitals are Dr. Williams affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Williams has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sibley Memorial Hospital,Washington, DC
    Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

    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 1770664534.

    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. James Williams's specialty?

    Dr. Williams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. James Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Beebe Healthcare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. James Williams accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. James Williams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Williams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Williams' office at (202) 244-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Williams?

    Please contact Dr. Williams' office at (202) 244-9300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Williams' offices are located in Washington, DC and Bethesda, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Williams have?

    Dr. James Williams is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.