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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saway, Internist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. William Saway, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Saway graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Saway is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saway’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saway’s office at (410) 964-5300.
Where did Dr. Saway go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Washington Hospital Center | Washington Hospital Center | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Saway board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Saway, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saway speak?
Dr. Saway and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Saway treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Saway 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. Saway. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
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
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Which procedures does Dr. Saway perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. William Saway may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saway's office.
Does Dr. Saway accept my insurance?
Dr. Saway accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 964-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saway accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Saway in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealthcare
University of Maryland Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Saway's office located?
Dr. William Saway's Primary Practice
5450 Knoll North Dr Ste 275
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 964-5300
What is Dr. Saway's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780675652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saway?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saway
What is Dr. William Saway's specialty?
Dr. Saway is a Internist near Columbia, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Saway to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. William Saway affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saway is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery 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 Internist?
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Is William Saway accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. William Saway is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Saway offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saway's office at (410) 964-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Saway?
Please contact Dr. Saway's office at (410) 964-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Saway have?
Dr. William Saway is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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