Summary

Dr. William Short is a family medicine physician with nearly three decades of experience serving patients in Kansas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. With 29 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Short brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Short practices at Heartland Health Care Clinic in Abilene, Kansas, and maintains hospital privileges at Memorial Hospital. He specializes in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes and diabetes care for older adults. His expertise extends to wound care services, where he performs wound cleaning and applies specialized dressings to promote healing. Patients have given Dr. Short an average rating of 2.8 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Leroy Short has 2 locations

Heartland Health Care Clinic

511 Ne 10th StAbilene, KS 67410

Heartland Health Care Clinic

511 Ne 10th StAbilene, KS 67410
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Leroy Short

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - DSNP
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Leroy Short has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Leroy Short has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. William Leroy Short holds an expired medical license in the state of Kansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Kansas School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Short's NPI number is 1841300340.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. William Short speak?
Dr. William Short speaks English.
Does Dr. William Short accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Short has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. William Short's office located?
Dr. William Short's office is located at 511 Ne 10th St, Abilene, KS, 67410.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Short affiliated with?
Dr. William Short is affiliated with Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. William Short accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. William Short accepts on their Vitals profile.

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