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Dr. William Shergy, MD

Huntsville, AL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shergy, Rheumatologist in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. William Shergy, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shergy graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Rheumatology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shergy is fluent in English, Chinese, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shergy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shergy’s office at (256) 551-6510.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Rheumatology; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Shergy board certified in Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Shergy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shergy speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Kannada

    What conditions does Dr. Shergy treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Shergy 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. Shergy. 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:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Other Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Other Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Other Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Other Polyarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
    • M158: Other polyosteoarthritis

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Antibody Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Elevated Antibody Titer
    • Increased Antibodies
    • Positive Antibody Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R760: Raised antibody titer

    Also known as:

    • Polymyositis with muscle weakness
    • Myositis
    • Polymyositis with muscle involvement
    • PM with myopathy
    • Muscle inflammation with muscle pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3322: Polymyositis with myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Lupus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Gout in multiple joints
    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Metabolic Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS', 'Bechterew's disease
    • Marie-Strümpell disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M456: Ankylosing spondylitis lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Shergy perform as a Rheumatologist?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Shergy may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shergy's office.

    Does Dr. Shergy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shergy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 551-6510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shergy accept in Huntsville, AL?

    Dr. Shergy in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

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    Where is Dr. Shergy's office located?

    Dr. William Shergy's Primary Practice

    720 Gallatin St SW Ste 500

    Huntsville, AL 35801

    (256) 551-6510

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    Dr. William Shergy's Practice 2

    1120 S Jackson Hwy Ste 205

    Sheffield, AL 35660

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    Dr. William Shergy's Practice 3

    4606 Bellewood Dr

    Huntsville, AL 35802

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    30% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    20% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. William Shergy a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shergy has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shergy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Shergy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shergy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073531307.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shergy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shergy

    What is Dr. William Shergy's specialty?

    Dr. Shergy is a Rheumatologist near Huntsville, AL. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Shergy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Shergy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shergy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with 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 William Shergy accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. William Shergy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Shergy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shergy's office at (256) 551-6510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Shergy?

    Please contact Dr. Shergy's office at (256) 551-6510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Shergy have?

    Dr. William Shergy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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