Dr. Cheryl Williams, MD, PHD
Rochester, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Williams, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Cheryl Williams, MD, PHD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Williams completed her residency at Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Family Practice. She is a member of the AAFP NYSAFP AAHPM HPCNYS. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, French, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Family Practice | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Williams board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cheryl Williams, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Williams speak?
Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Williams treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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.
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
- Muscle condition
- Muscle problem
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6250: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site
- M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
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
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Williams perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cheryl Williams may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Williams' office.
Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?
Dr. Williams 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. Williams accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Williams in Rochester, NY 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
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AAFP NYSAFP AAHPM HPCNYS
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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 1710914627.
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. Cheryl Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Rochester, NY. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Williams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cheryl Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Williams is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Cheryl Williams accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Cheryl Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cheryl Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cheryl Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cheryl Williams have?
Dr. Cheryl Williams is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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