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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Soares, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. William Soares, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Soares completed his residency at Highland General Hospital (Alameda Health System). Dr. Soares is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soares’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soares’s office at (413) 794-3233.
Where did Dr. Soares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baystate Medical Center
Residency: Highland General Hospital (Alameda Health System)
Medical School: Harvard Medical School*
What languages does Dr. Soares speak?
Dr. Soares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Soares typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Soares 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. Soares. 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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Soares typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Soares 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. Soares' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Soares accept my insurance?
Dr. Soares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Soares accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Soares in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baystate Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Soares' office located?
Dr. William Soares' Primary Practice
759 Chestnut St
Springfield, MA 01199
(413) 794-3233
What is Dr. Soares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Soares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841598984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Soares
What is Dr. William Soares's specialty?
Dr. Soares is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Springfield, MA.
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 Soares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Soares is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Bridgeport Hospital 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 Soares accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
No, Dr. William Soares is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Soares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Soares's office at (413) 794-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Soares?
Please contact Dr. Soares's office at (413) 794-3233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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