Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wester, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Springfield, MO?
Dr. William Wester, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wester graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery. Dr. Wester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wester’s office at (417) 875-3800.
Where did Dr. Wester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery | KCUMB-COMEC/UMKC/Truman Medical Center Lakewood Program
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo | University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Wester speak?
Dr. Wester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wester treat?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Wester 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. Wester. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6834: Body mass index [BMI] 34.0-34.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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
Which procedures does Dr. Wester perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. William Wester may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wester's office.
Does Dr. Wester accept my insurance?
Dr. Wester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wester accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Wester in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wester's office located?
Dr. William Wester's Primary Practice
607 W Battlefield St
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3800
What is Dr. Wester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669457917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wester
What is Dr. William Wester's specialty?
Dr. Wester is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Springfield, MO. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Wester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Wester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wester is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South 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
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Is William Wester accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. William Wester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Wester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wester's office at (417) 875-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Wester?
Please contact Dr. Wester's office at (417) 875-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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