WILLIAM CHARLES WATTERS III M.D.
NPI 1972546448
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Houston, TX
NPI Status: Active since June 13, 2006
Contact Information
6550 FANNIN ST
SUITE 2600
HOUSTON, TX
ZIP 77030
Phone: (713) 790-1818
Fax: (713) 790-7500
- Individual
- Male
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
- Accepts Insurance
About WILLIAM WATTERS
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for William Watters, a provider established in Houston, Texas with a medical specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery, focusing in orthopaedic surgery of the spine . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1972546448 assigned on June 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207XS0117X with license number G2508 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 10 years ago.
- NPI
- 1972546448
- Provider Name
- WILLIAM CHARLES WATTERS III M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 6550 FANNIN ST SUITE 2600 HOUSTON, TX 77030
- Location Phone
- (713) 790-1818
- Location Fax
- (713) 790-7500
- Mailing Address
- 6550 FANNIN ST SUITE 2600 HOUSTON, TX 77030
- Mailing Phone
- (713) 790-1818
- Mailing Fax
- (713) 790-7500
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-13-2006
- Last Update Date
- 08-15-2016
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207XS0117X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- G2508
- License State
- TX
- Taxonomy Description
- Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207X00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Orthopaedic Surgery | G2508 (TX) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 204 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 301 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 206 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 603 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 303 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 305 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? Standard - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 203 - POS
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2249254 | OTHER (01) | TX | CIGNA |
| P01556986 | OTHER (01) | TX | RR MEDICARE |
| 8FX439 | OTHER (01) | TX | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD |
| 116605005 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 1166050-02 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 741660214 | OTHER (01) | TX | HEALTH NEW ENGLAND |
| C23225 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | TX | |
| 437894YMVQ | MEDICARE PIN (08) | TX | |
| 200016149 | OTHER (01) | TX | MEDICARE RAILROAD |
| 116605004 | MEDICAID (05) | TX | |
| 843085 | OTHER (01) | TX | BCBS OF TEXAS |
| 4206473 | OTHER (01) | TX | AETNA US HEALTHCARE |
| 437894ZSWD | MEDICARE PIN (08) | TX |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 132 times for 88 patientsThis procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
This service was performed 34 times for 27 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsAn X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.
This service was performed 13 times for 12 patientsAn X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1972546448, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1972546448, enumerated as an "individual" on June 13, 2006.
The provider is located at 6550 FANNIN ST SUITE 2600 HOUSTON, TX 77030 and the phone number is (713) 790-1818.
Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207XS0117X and a focus in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
