34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Childers, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Laurens, SC?
Dr. William Childers, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laurens, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Childers graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Greenville Hosp System, Family Medicine. Dr. Childers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childers’s office at (864) 984-0571.
Where did Dr. Childers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenville Hosp System, Family Medicine | Greenville Health System/University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Childers board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Childers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Childers speak?
Dr. Childers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childers typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Childers 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. Childers. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Childers typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Childers may include:
Please contact Dr. Childers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Childers accept my insurance?
Dr. Childers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 984-0571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childers accept in Laurens, SC?
Dr. Childers in Laurens, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Childers' office located?
What is Dr. Childers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629011473.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childers
What is Dr. William Childers's specialty?
Dr. Childers is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Laurens, SC.
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 this Dr. William Childers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childers is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital 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 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 William Childers accepting new patients in Laurens, SC?
Yes, Dr. William Childers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Childers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childers's office at (864) 984-0571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Childers?
Please contact Dr. Childers's office at (864) 984-0571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Childers have?
Dr. William Childers is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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