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Dr. William Garretson, DO

Dr. William Garretson, DO

Vascular Surgeon, Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Foley, AL

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garretson, Vascular Surgeon in Foley, AL?

    Dr. William Garretson, DO is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Foley, AL. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Garretson graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, General Surgery. Dr. Garretson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garretson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garretson’s office at (251) 949-3920.

    Where did Dr. Garretson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    What languages does Dr. Garretson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Garretson typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Garretson 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. Garretson. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Skin Condition
    • Left calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed left calf wound
    • Left calf ulcer stage 2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Garretson typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Garretson 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. Garretson. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Full Contact Leg Cast Application
    • Total Contact Cast
    • Rigid Leg Cast
    • Custom Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast

    Does Dr. Garretson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garretson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 949-3920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garretson accept in Foley, AL?

    Dr. Garretson in Foley, AL 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 Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • US Health Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Garretson's office located?

    Dr. William Garretson's Primary Practice

    1613 N McKenzie St

    Foley, AL 36535

    (251) 949-3920

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    What hospitals are Dr. Garretson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Garretson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Thomas Hospital,Fairhope, AL

    What is Dr. Garretson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garretson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306842570.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garretson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garretson

    What is Dr. William Garretson's specialty?

    Dr. Garretson is a Vascular Surgeon near Foley, AL.

    What does a Vascular Surgeon do?

    A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.

    Is Dr. William Garretson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garretson is affiliated with South Baldwin Regional Medical Center 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 Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular Surgeon. 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 Dr. William Garretson accepting new patients in Foley, AL?

    Yes, Dr. William Garretson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Garretson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garretson's office at (251) 949-3920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Garretson?

    Please contact Dr. Garretson's office at (251) 949-3920 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Garretson's office located?

    Dr. Garretson's office is located in Foley, AL.