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Dr. Candace Worsham, MD

Gainesville, FL

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    Who is Dr. Worsham, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Candace Worsham, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Worsham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Worsham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worsham’s office at (352) 294-5800.

    What languages does Dr. Worsham speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Worsham typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Worsham 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. Worsham. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Falls
    • Falls
    • Frequent Falling
    • Recurrent Falls
    • Balance Problems Leading to Falls

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R296: Repeated falls

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Worsham typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Worsham 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. Worsham. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Worsham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Worsham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 294-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Worsham accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Worsham in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AMA Insurance Services

    • Bankers

    • Cigna Group

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Worsham's office located?

    Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 294-5800

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    Gi Clinic At Endoscopy Center

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. Candace Worsham's Practice 3

    5100 SW 25th Blvd

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    What hospitals are Dr. Worsham affiliated with?

    Dr. Worsham has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uf Health Shands Hospital,Gainesville, FL
    Lake Butler Hospital,Lake Butler, FL

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

    Dr. Worsham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821451253.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worsham?

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

    What is Dr. Candace Worsham's specialty?

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Candace Worsham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Worsham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands Hospital, Lake Butler 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Dr. Candace Worsham accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Candace Worsham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Candace Worsham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Worsham's office at (352) 294-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Candace Worsham?

    Please contact Dr. Worsham's office at (352) 294-5800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Worsham's office located?

    Dr. Worsham's office is located in Gainesville, FL.