Summary

Dr. William Smith is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 37 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Smith communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Smith is affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center and practices in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid, New York. He treats patients with joint pain, knee pain, and osteoarthritis. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients recover and improve their mobility.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 37 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Albany Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William James Smith has 2 locations

Adirondack Medical Center

2233 State Route 86Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Lake Placid Sports Medicine Pllc

203 Old Military RdLake Placid, NY 12946
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. William James Smith, MDDr. Daniel Patrick Bullock, MDDr. Eugene Francis Byrne, MDDr. Bartlomiej Wojciech Szczech, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySports MedicineOrthopedic Surgery
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37 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks French, English
Saranac Lake , NYLake Placid , NYSaranac Lake , NYLake Placid , NY
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William James Smith

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • POMCO
  • Progressive
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William James Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William James Smith has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. William James Smith holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albany Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine and Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1952309411.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. William Smith's office located?
Dr. William Smith's office is located at 2233 State Route 86, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983.
Is Dr. William Smith accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. William Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. William Smith accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. William Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Smith affiliated with?
Dr. William Smith is affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center.

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