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Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD

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Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine (1986)
Professional interests include: sinus problems, tonsil cancer, nose problems, and more.
1707 Meadows Lane Suite A
Vidalia, GA 30474

Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD is an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine in 1986 and has 40 years of experience. Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD is affiliated with Memorial Health System and Memorial Health - Meadows Hospital.

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Office Locations

Memorial Health - Meadows Hospital

1707 Meadows Lane Suite A
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 557-1330
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16915 Highway 6 7 Suite A
Statesboro, GA 30458
(912) 681-2500
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Some issues Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD can help you with:

Nasal Endoscopy

Nasal endoscopy is the use of a thin, flexible tube (called a 'scope') that is inserted into the nostril to examine the structures of the nose. The scope contains a fiber optic light and a camera that allow a physician to see much more of the nasal passages, airways, and sinuses than is possible with a standard nasal exam.

A nasal endoscopy is typically performed by an otolaryngologist (or ENT) in their office. It may be performed for a variety of reasons, but some common ones include:

  • Sinus infections
  • Nasal polyps
  • Frequent nosebleeds
  • Persistent stuffiness
  • Obstruction in the nose
  • Suspected tumor in the nasal passages

In most cases, a medication containing a decongestant and anesthetic is sprayed into the nose before the scope is inserted. The doctor uses the scope to examine any problem areas. If necessary, most scopes allow for tiny tools to be inserted and used to removed tissue or take samples. Nasal endoscopy is a very safe and relatively easy procedure.

Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove both tonsils and is most widely used to treat tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation), which occurs when the tonsils (two tissue glands in the back of the throat) become infected and enlarged. Sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnea are frequently caused by tonsilitis. Similar conditions that tonsillectomy may treat include recurring throat infections (6 or more per year) and obstructed breathing from enlarged tonsils that block the airway.

Tonsillectomies are usually performed on children; however, many adults also undergo the procedure. A tonsillectomy generally only lasts for about half an hour following the administration of anesthesia. The otolaryngologist (ENT) or surgeon performing a tonsillectomy may employ a variety of medical techniques, such as:

  • Cold Knife Dissection: A cold knife dissection is the most popular tonsil removal method. A surgeon removes the tonsils using a steel scalpel and repairs the region with sutures (stitches) or electrocautery (high heat) to stop bleeding. This technique is favored for those with obstructed breathing.
  • Electrocautery: Other tonsillectomy methods include a full tonsil removal by electrocautery, where the surgeon uses a high heat device to burn off the tonsils and cauterize the bleeding tissue. Electrocautery is more painful than cold knife dissection.
  • Harmonic Scalpel: A third technique is where the surgeon uses a harmonic scalpel (vibrating bladed device) to first cut off the tonsils, and then coagulate bleeding using the harmonic scalpel's heat and vibration. Harmonic scalpel is the most precise form of tonsillectomy.
  • Radiofrequency Ablation: To perform the radiofrequency ablation technique, the surgeon places small probes into the tonsil that transmit radiofrequency energy to the tonsil tissue. The delivered energy damages and scars the tonsils, gradually minimizing the tonsils' size. Unlike the other three methods, radiofrequency ablation is performed in-office with or without general anesthesia and has minimal recovery time. Patients can expect to return to daily activities nearly immediately and may receive radiofrequency ablation every few months. While radiofrequency ablation does reduce tonsil inflammation, it is not often prescribed to those with severe tonsillitis or breathing disorders.

Patients are typically able to return home shortly after having their tonsils removed. Tonsillectomy recovery time may range from around ten days to two weeks. During this time, it is common for patients to have a sore throat, neck pain, and a hoarse voice. Patients are advised to consume soft foods such as ice cream and applesauce to avoid further throat irritation. After recovering from tonsillectomy, many patients experience improved breathing, reduced irritation, and an overall improved quality of life.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy
diagnostic laryngoscopy
fiberoptic laryngoscopy
flexible laryngoscopy
laryngeal procedures
laryngoscopy

In 2012, Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD had a list price for diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, diagnostic laryngoscopy, fiberoptic laryngoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, and laryngoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Georgia. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 307
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 45
minimally invasive procedures 45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, nose surgery and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 25
diagnostic procedures 25
doctor visit 366
excision 25
gynecologic procedures 25
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 51
minimally invasive procedures 89
nose surgery 50
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 25

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 112
Female 176
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 242
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 122
From 75 to 84 75
85 and over 30
Less than 65 61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 36
Dementia 8
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, nose surgery and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 21
diagnostic procedures 21
doctor visit 284
excision 32
gynecologic procedures 21
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 47
minimally invasive procedures 79
nose surgery 32
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 21

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 79
Female 150
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 192
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 103
From 75 to 84 59
85 and over 25
Less than 65 42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2014

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 36
Dementia 9
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 26
diagnostic procedures 26
doctor visit 316
excision 26
gynecologic procedures 26
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 52
minimally invasive procedures 78
nose surgery 26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 26

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 212
Female 316
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 454
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 182
From 75 to 84 160
85 and over 54
Less than 65 132

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2015

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 27
Diabetes 38
Dementia 10
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 448
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 68
minimally invasive procedures 68

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 115
Female 180
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 244
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 127
From 75 to 84 86
85 and over 27
Less than 65 55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 27
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 25
Diabetes 41
Dementia 9
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 16
diagnostic procedures 16
doctor visit 417
excision 16
gynecologic procedures 16
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 59
minimally invasive procedures 75
nose surgery 16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 16

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 102
Female 162
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 214
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 119
From 75 to 84 78
85 and over 17
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2017

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 39
Dementia 11
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 18
doctor visit 428
ear procedures 18
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 48
minimally invasive procedures 48

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 116
Female 172
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 257
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 138
From 75 to 84 75
85 and over 28
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 41
Dementia 10
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 15
doctor visit 349
ear procedures 15
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 46
minimally invasive procedures 46

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 110
Female 149
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 219
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 130
From 75 to 84 72
85 and over 22
Less than 65 35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2019

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 38
Dementia 11
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 230
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 22
minimally invasive procedures 22

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 85
Female 100
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 157
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 95
From 75 to 84 56
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2020

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 24
Diabetes 39
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 157
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 16
minimally invasive procedures 16

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 64
Female 71
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 102
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 42
85 and over 14
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 35
Dementia 11
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 227
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 17
minimally invasive procedures 17

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 71
Female 87
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 116
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 67
From 75 to 84 58
85 and over 20
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 31
Diabetes 37
Dementia 0
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Vidalia, GA were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, nose surgery and excision.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 22
diagnostic procedures 20
doctor visit 320
ear procedures 16
excision 24
gynecologic procedures 22
hospital care 15
inpatient care 15
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 42
minimally invasive procedures 53
nose surgery 31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD.

Gender
Male 96
Female 142
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 199
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 69
85 and over 21
Less than 65 40
65 to 74 104

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 5
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 34
Atrial Fibrillation 10
Dementia 8
Cancer 9

Education & Training

Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine in 1986. He completed residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Georgia.

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine (1986)

Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals (1991)

Licensed In: Georgia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Memorial Health System
Memorial Health - Meadows Hospital

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Intersect ENT, Inc. $6,767 Propel
$1,752
$5,016
Acclarent, Inc $6,179 Rhinology
$4,804 		ACCLARENT Balloon Inflation Device
$632 		RELIEVA SPINPLUS
$345 		RELIEVA Spin Balloon Sinuplasty System
$128 		ACCLARENT SE Inflation Device
$112 		Other
$159
Medtronic USA, Inc. $1,113 NUVENT
$510 		FUSION
$254 		Sophono
$232 		StealthStation
$103 		NIM
$14
Medical Device Business Services, Inc. $692
$692
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. $485 Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation System
$485
Other $1,291 Urolift
$205 		XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System
$166 		Clarifix
$132 		Propel
$113 		NUVENT
$88 		Other
$588
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $6,972
Consulting Fee $4,388
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $2,675
Travel and Lodging $2,494

Research Payments

Dr. Ronald W. Williams JR., MD has received 2 research payments totaling $350.

Biography

Dr. Ronald Williams' area of specialization is otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He attended Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston for residency. Clinical interests for Dr. Williams include tonsilitis, sinusitis (sinus inflammation), and nasal endoscopy. Dr. Williams is professionally affiliated with Memorial Health System.

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