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Dr. David Kerzer, DO

Cranston, RI

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kerzer, Family Medicine Specialist in Cranston, RI?

    Dr. David Kerzer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cranston, RI. Dr. Kerzer graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Union Hosp-Nycomec, General Practice. Dr. Kerzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerzer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerzer’s office at (401) 944-4300.

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

    • Residency: Union Hosp-Nycomec, General Practice | Union Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kerzer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerzer typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kerzer 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. Kerzer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerzer typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Kerzer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kerzer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kerzer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kerzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 944-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kerzer accept in Cranston, RI?

    Dr. Kerzer in Cranston, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kerzer's office located?

    Dr. David Kerzer's Primary Practice

    1500 Pontiac Ave

    Cranston, RI 02920

    (401) 944-4300

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. David Kerzer?

    Dr. Kerzer has appointments available at his Cranston, RI office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Kerzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487641411.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerzer?

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

    What is Dr. David Kerzer's specialty?

    Dr. Kerzer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cranston, RI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. David Kerzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kerzer is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, Boston Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 David Kerzer accepting new patients in Cranston, RI?

    Yes, Dr. David Kerzer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Kerzer offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kerzer, or call (401) 944-4300 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with David Kerzer?

    Please contact Dr. Kerzer's office at (401) 944-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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