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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silkworth, Hospitalist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. William Silkworth, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Silkworth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silkworth’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silkworth’s office at (303) 724-1792.
What languages does Dr. Silkworth speak?
Dr. Silkworth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silkworth treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Silkworth 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. Silkworth. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Which procedures does Dr. Silkworth perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Silkworth may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Silkworth's office.
Does Dr. Silkworth accept my insurance?
Dr. Silkworth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 724-1792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silkworth accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Silkworth in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Silkworth's office located?
Dr. William Silkworth's Primary Practice
12605 E 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
(303) 724-1792
What is Dr. Silkworth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silkworth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417451477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silkworth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silkworth
What is Dr. William Silkworth's specialty?
Dr. Silkworth is a Hospitalist near Aurora, CO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Silkworth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Silkworth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silkworth is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is William Silkworth accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. William Silkworth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Silkworth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silkworth's office at (303) 724-1792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Silkworth?
Please contact Dr. Silkworth's office at (303) 724-1792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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