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Dr. William Travis, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Travis, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. William Travis, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Travis graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Travis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Travis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Travis’s office at (270) 629-5111.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Travis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Travis typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Travis 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. Travis. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Travis typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Travis may include:

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

    Does Dr. Travis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Travis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 629-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Travis accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Travis in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • MedBen

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Travis' office located?

    Dr. William Travis' Primary Practice

    6200 Dutchmans Ln

    Louisville, KY 40205

    (270) 629-5111

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    Dr. William Travis' Practice 2

    201 Park St

    Bowling Green, KY 42101

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    Dr. William Travis' Practice 3

    1330 N Race St Ste 2

    Glasgow, KY 42141

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

    Dr. Travis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174513790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Travis?

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

    What is Dr. William Travis's specialty?

    Dr. Travis is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Louisville, KY.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Travis is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Hardin which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Travis accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

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

    Does Dr. William Travis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Travis' office at (270) 629-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Travis' office at (270) 629-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Travis' office located?

    Dr. Travis' offices are located in Louisville, KY, Bowling Green, KY, and Glasgow, KY.