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Dr. Homer Williams, MD

Metairie, LA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Williams, Family Medicine Specialist in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Homer Williams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams completed his residency at Allegheny Univ Hsps-Forbes Reg, Family Medicine. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (504) 897-3305.

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

    • Residency: Allegheny Univ Hsps-Forbes Reg, Family Medicine | Allegheny University Hsps Forbes Reg

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Williams board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Homer Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Williams speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Homer Williams may include:

    Please contact Dr. Williams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 897-3305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Williams in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Homer Williams' Primary Practice

    3838 N Causeway Blvd Ste 2200

    Metairie, LA 70002

    (504) 897-3305

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    Depaul Community Health Centers

    2633 Napoleon Ave Ste 400

    New Orleans, LA 70115

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    Dr. Homer Williams' Practice 3

    16874 Highway 43

    Greensburg, LA 70441

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

    Dr. Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962421586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Williams?

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

    What is Dr. Homer Williams's specialty?

    Dr. Williams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Metairie, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Homer Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Homer Williams accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Homer Williams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Homer Williams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (504) 897-3305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Homer Williams?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (504) 897-3305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Homer Williams have?

    Dr. Homer Williams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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