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Dr. Michael Williams, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Williams, Neurologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Michael Williams, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, Gaelic; Scottish Gaelic, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (206) 598-7688.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Williams?

    Dr. Michael Williams, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Williams empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Movement Disorders, Pseudotumor Cerebri, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Williams is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Williams speak?

    Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gaelic; Scottish Gaelic

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Williams typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Communicating Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus at Birth (Unspecified Type)
    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
    • External Hydrocephalus
    • Congenital Water on the Brain
    • Infant Hydrocephalus
    • Undiagnosed Hydrocephalus in Newborns
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
    • G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
    • Q039: Congenital hydrocephalus, unspecified
    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Williams typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
    • CSF Shunt Adjustment
    • Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
    • Brain Shunt Reprogramming

    CPT Codes:

    • 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt

    Does Dr. Williams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Williams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 598-7688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Williams in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Williams' office located?

    Dr. Michael Williams' Primary Practice

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

    (206) 598-7688

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    Dr. Michael Williams' Practice 2

    4800 Sand Point Way NE

    Seattle, WA 98105

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    Dr. Michael Williams' Practice 3

    325 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98104

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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 1538197785.

    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. Michael Williams's specialty?

    Dr. Williams is a Neurologist near Seattle, WA.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. Michael Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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 Michael Williams accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Williams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Williams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (206) 598-7688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Williams?

    Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (206) 598-7688 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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