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Dr. James Atkinson, MD

Providence, RI

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atkinson, Internist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. James Atkinson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Atkinson graduated from HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkinson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (401) 793-2104.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine | Rhode Island Hospital Lifespan

    • Medical School: HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Atkinson treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Which procedures does Dr. Atkinson perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Atkinson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atkinson's office.

    Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 793-2104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atkinson accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Atkinson 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?

    Dr. James Atkinson's Primary Practice

    164 Summit Ave

    Providence, RI 02906

    (401) 793-2104

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    Dr. James Atkinson's Practice 2

    185A High Service Ave

    North Providence, RI 02904

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

    Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003894825.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?

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

    What is Dr. James Atkinson's specialty?

    Dr. Atkinson is a Internist near Providence, 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. Atkinson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atkinson is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Tufts 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

    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 James Atkinson accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. James Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Atkinson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (401) 793-2104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Atkinson?

    Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (401) 793-2104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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