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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Williams, Family Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Rick Williams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery. 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 (417) 581-3548.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine; Univ Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo | University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Williams board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rick Williams, MD is board certified by the 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
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rick Williams may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (417) 581-3548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Williams in Springfield, MO 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
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
FMH Benefit Services
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Rick Williams' Primary Practice
2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 3050
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 581-3548
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 1063596278.
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. Rick Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MO.
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 this Dr. Rick Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Rick Williams accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rick Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (417) 581-3548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (417) 581-3548 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rick Williams have?
Dr. Rick Williams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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