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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Williams typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Williams performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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 Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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