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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanhemelrijck, Internist in Wakefield, RI?
Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wakefield, RI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Vanhemelrijck completed his residency at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Vanhemelrijck is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanhemelrijck’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanhemelrijck’s office at (401) 782-8010.
Where did Dr. Vanhemelrijck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hartford Hospital
What languages does Dr. Vanhemelrijck speak?
Dr. Vanhemelrijck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Vanhemelrijck treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vanhemelrijck 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. Vanhemelrijck. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Left Anterior Fascicular Block
- Arrhythmia
- LAFB
- Left bundle branch block variant
ICD-10 Codes:
- I444: Left anterior fascicular block
Which procedures does Dr. Vanhemelrijck perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vanhemelrijck's office.
Does Dr. Vanhemelrijck accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanhemelrijck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 782-8010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanhemelrijck accept in Wakefield, RI?
Dr. Vanhemelrijck in Wakefield, 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
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vanhemelrijck's office located?
Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck's Primary Practice
100 Kenyon Ave
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 782-8010
What is Dr. Vanhemelrijck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanhemelrijck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730176306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanhemelrijck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanhemelrijck
What is Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck's specialty?
Dr. Vanhemelrijck is a Internist near Wakefield, 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. Vanhemelrijck to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanhemelrijck is affiliated with South County Hospital Campus, The Miriam 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
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Is Christophe Vanhemelrijck accepting new patients in Wakefield, RI?
Yes, Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanhemelrijck's office at (401) 782-8010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christophe Vanhemelrijck?
Please contact Dr. Vanhemelrijck's office at (401) 782-8010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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