Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smythe, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. James Smythe, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smythe graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smythe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smythe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smythe’s office at (401) 783-6670.
Where did Dr. Smythe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Washington Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Smythe board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Smythe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smythe speak?
Dr. Smythe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Smythe typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Smythe 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. Smythe. 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Smythe typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Smythe 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. Smythe. 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.
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Smythe accept my insurance?
Dr. Smythe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 783-6670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smythe accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Smythe in Providence, 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)
Humana
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Smythe's office located?
What is Dr. Smythe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smythe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821074386.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smythe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smythe
What is Dr. James Smythe's specialty?
Dr. Smythe is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Providence, RI.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. James Smythe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smythe is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, The Miriam Hospital, William W. Backus 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 James Smythe accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. James Smythe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Smythe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smythe's office at (401) 783-6670 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Smythe?
Please contact Dr. Smythe's office at (401) 783-6670 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Smythe have?
Dr. James Smythe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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