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Dr. Christopher Williams, MD
Fresno, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Williams, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Christopher Williams, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Williams completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Williams is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Williams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Williams’s office at (734) 769-7100.
Where did Dr. Williams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Williams board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Williams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Williams speak?
Dr. Williams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Williams treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Williams perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher 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 (734) 769-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Williams accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Williams in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Williams' office located?
Dr. Christopher Williams' Primary Practice
1303 E Herndon Ave
Fresno, CA 93720
(734) 769-7100
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 1932193596.
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. Christopher Williams's specialty?
Dr. Williams is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Fresno, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Williams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Williams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Williams is affiliated with Saint Agnes 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Christopher Williams accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Williams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Williams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (734) 769-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Williams?
Please contact Dr. Williams's office at (734) 769-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Williams have?
Dr. Christopher Williams is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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