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Dr. William Smisson, MD
Macon, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smisson, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Macon, GA?
Dr. William Smisson, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Smisson graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Smisson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smisson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smisson’s office at (478) 971-4001.
Where did Dr. Smisson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smisson speak?
Dr. Smisson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smisson treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smisson 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. Smisson. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Smisson perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smisson 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. Smisson. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Smisson accept my insurance?
Dr. Smisson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 971-4001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smisson accept in Macon, GA?
Dr. Smisson in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
CareGuard
Champion Health Care
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Delaware
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Smisson's office located?
Dr. William Smisson's Primary Practice
1157 Forsyth St Ste 200
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 971-4001
What is Dr. Smisson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smisson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992138366.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smisson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smisson
What is Dr. William Smisson's specialty?
Dr. Smisson is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Macon, GA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Smisson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Smisson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smisson is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Phoebe Putney Memorial 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is William Smisson accepting new patients in Macon, GA?
Yes, Dr. William Smisson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Smisson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smisson's office at (478) 971-4001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Smisson?
Please contact Dr. Smisson's office at (478) 971-4001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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