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Who is Dr. Vachon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. William Vachon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vachon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vachon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vachon’s office at (302) 733-3904.
Is Dr. Vachon board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Vachon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vachon speak?
Dr. Vachon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vachon typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vachon 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. Vachon. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vachon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Vachon may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vachon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vachon accept my insurance?
Dr. Vachon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 733-3904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vachon accept in Owensboro, KY?
Dr. Vachon in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Vachon's office located?
Dr. William Vachon's Primary Practice
1201 Pleasant Valley Rd
Owensboro, KY 42303
(302) 733-3904
What is Dr. Vachon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vachon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447479092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vachon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vachon
What is Dr. William Vachon's specialty?
Dr. Vachon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Owensboro, KY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. William Vachon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vachon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital, Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Vachon accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?
Yes, Dr. William Vachon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Vachon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vachon's office at (302) 733-3904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Vachon?
Please contact Dr. Vachon's office at (302) 733-3904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Vachon have?
Dr. William Vachon is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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