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15 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Appiah, Emergency Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. William Appiah, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Appiah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appiah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appiah’s office.
Where did Dr. Appiah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
Is Dr. Appiah board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Appiah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Appiah speak?
Dr. Appiah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Appiah treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Appiah 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. Appiah. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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
Which procedures does Dr. Appiah perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Appiah may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Appiah's office.
Does Dr. Appiah accept my insurance?
Dr. Appiah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appiah accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Appiah in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
El Paso First Health Plans
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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What is Dr. Appiah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appiah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215137559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appiah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appiah
What is Dr. William Appiah's specialty?
Dr. Appiah is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Appiah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Appiah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appiah is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare West, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is William Appiah accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Appiah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Appiah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appiah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Appiah?
Please contact Dr. Appiah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Appiah have?
Dr. William Appiah is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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