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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Williams, Family Medicine Specialist in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Derek Williams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Williams graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Williams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (310) 792-4450.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | University Of Ks School Of Med
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo | University of Pennsylvania | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Williams board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Derek Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Williams speak?
Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Williams 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. Williams. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Williams may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Williams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?
Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 792-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Williams in Hawthorne, CA 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Derek Williams also offers virtual visits
Dr. Derek Williams' Primary Practice
12618 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 792-4450
What is Dr. Williams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Williams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467405753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Williams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Williams
What is Dr. Derek Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hawthorne, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Derek Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Torrance Memorial 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Williams accepting new patients in Hawthorne, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (310) 792-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (310) 792-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Williams have?
Dr. Derek Williams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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