29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ligon, Family Medicine Specialist in Georgetown, TX?
Dr. William Ligon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Georgetown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Ligon graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program. Dr. Ligon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ligon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ligon’s office.
Where did Dr. Ligon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ligon speak?
Dr. Ligon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ligon typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ligon 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. Ligon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- 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:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98491: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites limited to breakdown of skin
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ligon typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Ligon may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ligon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ligon accept my insurance?
Dr. Ligon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ligon accept in Georgetown, TX?
Dr. Ligon in Georgetown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ligon's office located?
What is Dr. Ligon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ligon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821059080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ligon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ligon
What is Dr. William Ligon's specialty?
Dr. Ligon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Georgetown, TX.
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 Ligon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ligon is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple 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
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 Ligon accepting new patients in Georgetown, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Ligon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Ligon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ligon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Ligon?
Please contact Dr. Ligon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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