Dr. William Fisher, MD

Hickory, NC

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Who is Dr. Fisher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hickory, NC?

Dr. William Fisher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fisher graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (336) 716-2255.

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

Residency: Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine | Lancaster General Hospital Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University

Is Dr. Fisher board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

Also known as:

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Nausea and Vomiting
Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
Stomach Flu Symptoms
Queasy and Vomiting

ICD-10 Codes:

R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

Also known as:

Pneumonia
Lung Infection
Chest Infection
Pneumonitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Fisher may include:

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

Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?

Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-2255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fisher accept in Hickory, NC?

Dr. Fisher in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Allied National
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company

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Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?

Dr. William Fisher's Primary Practice

810 Fairgrove Church Rd

Hickory, NC 28602

(336) 716-2255

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Dr. William Fisher's Practice 2

336 Deerfield Rd

Boone, NC 28607

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What hospitals are Dr. Fisher affiliated with?

Dr. Fisher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Catawba Valley Medical Center,Hickory, NC

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center,Winston Salem, NC

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

Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952380263.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?

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

What is Dr. William Fisher's specialty?

Dr. Fisher is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hickory, NC.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

No, Dr. Fisher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Catawba Valley Medical Center, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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