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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Austin, Hospitalist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. William Austin, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Austin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Austin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Austin’s office at (916) 560-0319.
What languages does Dr. Austin speak?
Dr. Austin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Austin typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Austin 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. Austin. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Austin typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. William Austin may include:
Please contact Dr. Austin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Austin accept my insurance?
Dr. Austin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 560-0319 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Austin accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Austin in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Austin's office located?
What is Dr. Austin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Austin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144550989.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Austin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Austin
What is Dr. William Austin's specialty?
Dr. Austin is a Hospitalist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. William Austin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Austin is affiliated with Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Uc Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Austin accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Austin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Austin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Austin's office at (916) 560-0319 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Austin?
Please contact Dr. Austin's office at (916) 560-0319 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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