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Dr. John Gaines, MD

Smithfield, RI

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaines, Internist in Smithfield, RI?

    Dr. John Gaines, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, RI. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaines graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brown Univ Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaines is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaines’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaines’s office at (404) 949-0300.

    Where did Dr. Gaines go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brown Univ Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine | Brown University Affil Hosps | Roger Williams Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | Stony Brook Univ Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gaines board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. John Gaines, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gaines speak?

    Dr. Gaines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Portuguese

    What conditions does Dr. Gaines treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Gaines diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gaines. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Syndrome
    • Syndrome X
    • Insulin Resistance Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E88810: Metabolic syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gaines perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Gaines may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gaines' office.

    Does Dr. Gaines accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 949-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaines accept in Smithfield, RI?

    Dr. Gaines in Smithfield, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gaines' office located?

    Dr. John Gaines' Primary Practice

    41 Sanderson Rd Ste 201

    Smithfield, RI 02917

    (404) 949-0300

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    What is Dr. Gaines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568457224.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaines?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaines

    What is Dr. John Gaines's specialty?

    Dr. Gaines is a Internist near Smithfield, RI.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Gaines to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Gaines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaines is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Sturdy Memorial Hospital, South County Hospital Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Gaines accepting new patients in Smithfield, RI?

    Yes, Dr. John Gaines is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Gaines offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaines's office at (404) 949-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Gaines?

    Please contact Dr. Gaines's office at (404) 949-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Gaines have?

    Dr. John Gaines is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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