Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morris, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. William Morris, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Morris graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins U-Hyg & P H, General Preventive Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Morris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morris’s office at (831) 460-7350.
Where did Dr. Morris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Johns Hopkins U-Hyg & P H, General Preventive Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine | Santa Clara Valley Medical Center | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | University of Maryland Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Morris board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Morris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Morris speak?
Dr. Morris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Morris treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Morris 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. Morris. 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.
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does Dr. Morris perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Morris performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Morris. 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.
Also known as:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Does Dr. Morris accept my insurance?
Dr. Morris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 460-7350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morris accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Morris in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Morris' office located?
Dr. William Morris' Primary Practice
2850 Commercial Xing
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 460-7350
What is Dr. Morris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720147150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morris
What is Dr. William Morris's specialty?
Dr. Morris is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Santa Cruz, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Morris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Morris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morris is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is William Morris accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Morris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Morris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morris's office at (831) 460-7350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Morris?
Please contact Dr. Morris's office at (831) 460-7350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Morris have?
Dr. William Morris is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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