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Dr. William Behrens, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Annapolis, MD

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Behrens, Family Medicine Specialist in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. William Behrens, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Behrens graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Behrens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrens’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrens’s office at (410) 266-5852.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Behrens?

    Dr. William Behrens, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist 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. Behrens empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Annapolis, MD community, Dr. Behrens is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine | Lancaster General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Behrens board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. William Behrens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Behrens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behrens typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behrens typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Behrens may include:

    Please contact Dr. Behrens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Behrens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 266-5852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behrens accept in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. Behrens in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Mutual Holding Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Behrens' office located?

    Dr. William Behrens' Primary Practice

    129 Lubrano Dr Ste 100

    Annapolis, MD 21401

    (410) 266-5852

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    Dr. William Behrens' Practice 2

    5A Mayo Rd

    Edgewater, MD 21037

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

    Dr. Behrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841291564.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrens?

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

    What is Dr. William Behrens's specialty?

    Dr. Behrens is a Family Medicine Specialist near Annapolis, MD.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    No, Dr. Behrens 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. William Behrens accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?

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

    Does Dr. William Behrens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behrens' office at (410) 266-5852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Behrens' office at (410) 266-5852 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Behrens' office located?

    Dr. Behrens' offices are located in Annapolis, MD and Edgewater, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Behrens have?

    Dr. William Behrens is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.