Summary

Dr. Williams graduated from the Stanford University School of Medicine in 1984. He works in San Diego, CA and 4 other locations and specializes in Neurological Surgery and Rheumatology. Dr. Williams is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE WOODLAND HILLS MEDICAL CENTER.

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • Uc Davis Medical Center
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Boyd Williams has 5 locations

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42 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
San Diego , CALaguna Hills , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Boyd Williams

  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Boyd Williams has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Boyd Williams has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Rheumatology
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Boyd Williams holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Kentucky and California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uc Davis Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Williams' NPI number is 1477602746.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Williams affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Williams is affiliated with KAISER PERMANENTE WOODLAND HILLS MEDICAL CENTER.
Is Dr. Richard Williams accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Williams has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Richard Williams's office located?
Dr. Richard Williams's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
Does Dr. Richard Williams accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Richard Williams accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Williams has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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