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Dr. William Bridges, MD

Fort Worth, TX

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bridges, Physiatrist in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. William Bridges, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Bridges graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bridges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bridges’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bridges’s office at (817) 820-3400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Bridges board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. William Bridges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Bridges speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bridges treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Bridges perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Bridges accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bridges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 820-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bridges accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Bridges in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bridges' office located?

    Dr. William Bridges' Primary Practice

    425 Alabama Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (817) 820-3400

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

    Dr. Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750344065.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bridges?

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

    What is Dr. William Bridges's specialty?

    Dr. Bridges is a Physiatrist near Fort Worth, TX. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Bridges to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Bridges is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Medical City Arlington Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound 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

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    Is William Bridges accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

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

    Does Dr. William Bridges offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (817) 820-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Bridges?

    Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (817) 820-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Bridges have?

    Dr. William Bridges is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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