Summary

Dr. William Light is an internal medicine physician with nearly five decades of medical experience serving patients since 1977. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the United States Naval Medical Center. Dr. Light specializes in comprehensive adult care through internal medicine, bringing extensive knowledge to complex medical conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Light practices at multiple Baptist Memorial Hospital locations throughout Memphis, Tennessee and Columbus, Mississippi, with his primary affiliation at Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton. His clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He performs heart rhythm monitoring through EKG testing and kidney function assessments to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Light 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Harry Light has 3 locations

Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis

6019 Walnut Grove RdMemphis, TN 38120

Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle

2520 5th St NColumbus, MS 39705

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
2.8 
4.4 
47 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNMemphis , TNDu Bois , PA
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Harry Light

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Bright Health
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Security Life
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Harry Light has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Harry Light has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. William Light accepting new patients?
Dr. William Light has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. William Light accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Light has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. William Light speak?
Dr. William Light speaks English.
Where is Dr. William Light's office located?
Dr. William Light's office is located at 6019 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN, 38120.
Does Dr. William Light accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. William Light accepts on their Vitals profile.

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