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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Klufas, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Cumberland, RI?
Dr. Michael Klufas, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cumberland, RI. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Klufas completed his residency at Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Klufas is fluent in English, Spanish, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klufas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klufas’s office at (401) 726-1048.
Where did Dr. Klufas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Klufas board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Klufas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Klufas speak?
Dr. Klufas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Ukrainian
What conditions does Dr. Klufas treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Klufas 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. Klufas. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Need for Home Care Assistance
- In-home care support
- Assistance at home
- Home health services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z742: Need for assistance at home and no other household member able to render care
What procedures does Dr. Klufas perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Klufas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Klufas. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Klufas accept my insurance?
Dr. Klufas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 726-1048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klufas accept in Cumberland, RI?
Dr. Klufas in Cumberland, 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
Blue Shield of California
HealthComp
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Smithfield Foods
State of Rhode Island
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Klufas' office located?
Dr. Michael Klufas' Primary Practice
525 Broad St Ste 103
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 726-1048
What is Dr. Klufas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klufas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205822277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klufas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klufas
What is Dr. Michael Klufas's specialty?
Dr. Klufas is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Cumberland, RI. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Klufas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Klufas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Klufas is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Westerly Hospital, Sturdy Memorial Hospital 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michael Klufas accepting new patients in Cumberland, RI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Klufas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Klufas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klufas's office at (401) 726-1048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Klufas?
Please contact Dr. Klufas's office at (401) 726-1048 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Klufas have?
Dr. Michael Klufas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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