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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pierce, Internist in Tifton, GA?
Dr. William Pierce, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tifton, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pierce is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pierce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pierce’s office at (229) 353-6051.
What languages does Dr. Pierce speak?
Dr. Pierce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pierce typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pierce 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. Pierce. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pierce typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Pierce may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pierce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pierce accept my insurance?
Dr. Pierce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 353-6051 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pierce accept in Tifton, GA?
Dr. Pierce in Tifton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Not Specified
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pierce's office located?
What is Dr. Pierce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pierce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326241720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pierce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pierce
What is Dr. William Pierce's specialty?
Dr. Pierce is a Internist near Tifton, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. William Pierce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pierce is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Tift Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Pierce accepting new patients in Tifton, GA?
Yes, Dr. William Pierce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Pierce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pierce's office at (229) 353-6051 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Pierce?
Please contact Dr. Pierce's office at (229) 353-6051 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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