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Dr. William Getson, MD

Edinboro, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Getson, Family Medicine Specialist in Edinboro, PA?

    Dr. William Getson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edinboro, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Getson graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barberton Citizens Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Getson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Getson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Getson’s office at (814) 734-1618.

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

    • Residency: Barberton Citizens Hosp, Family Medicine | Summa Barberton Hospital/NEOMED Program

    • Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine | Wright State University School of Medicine

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

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

    What languages does Dr. Getson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Getson 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. Getson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Other Non-Drug Allergy
    • Allergy
    • Unspecified allergy
    • Environmental allergy
    • Allergy to other substances

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9109: Other allergy status, other than to drugs and biological substances

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Getson 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. Getson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Getson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Getson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 734-1618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Getson accept in Edinboro, PA?

    Dr. Getson in Edinboro, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Getson's office located?

    Edinboro Medical Center

    450 Erie St

    Edinboro, PA 16412

    (814) 734-1618

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    Dr. William Getson's Practice 2

    5930 Old French Rd

    Erie, PA 16509

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

    Dr. Getson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487639910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Getson?

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

    What is Dr. William Getson's specialty?

    Dr. Getson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Edinboro, PA.

    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 this Dr. William Getson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Getson is affiliated with Ahn Saint Vincent Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 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 William Getson accepting new patients in Edinboro, PA?

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

    Does Dr. William Getson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Getson's office at (814) 734-1618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Getson?

    Please contact Dr. Getson's office at (814) 734-1618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Getson have?

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

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