Dr. William James Smith
Hand Surgery in Albany, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 39+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. William James Smith, MD, is a Hand Surgery specialist in Albany, New York. He attended and graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Hand Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Albany Memorial Hospital, Ellis Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, St Mary's Hospital (Troy), St Peter's Hospital. Dr. William James Smith also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Orthopedics Ny, Llp. Dr. William James Smith accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (518) 453-9088 to request Dr. William James Smith the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
William James Smith |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2668498817 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Hand Surgery (primary specialty)
- Orthopedic Surgery
Experience
- Over 39 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. William James Smith attended and graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1659362044
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, November 3, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, February 4, 2013
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. William James Smith
Medical Licenses
Dr. William James Smith has been primarily specialized in Orthopaedic Surgery for over 39 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Orthopaedic Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
| 167883 | New York |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Hand Surgery
click for detail Hand Surgery An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
| 167883 | New York |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
click for detail Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
| 167883 | New York |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Foot and Ankle Surgery
click for detail Foot and Ankle Surgery Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
| 167883 | New York |
- Orthopaedic Surgery / Sports Medicine
click for detail Sports Medicine An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
| 167883 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Albany, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Schenectady, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Troy, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Troy, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Albany, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Church |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Orthopedics Ny, Llp | 76 |
Practice Locations
121 Everett Rd
Albany, NY 12205-1474
Phone: (518) 453-9088
Fax: (518) 453-9089
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
3 Atrium Dr
Albany, NY 12205-1417
Phone: (518) 453-9088
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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