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Dr. Hector Oshiro, MD

Pawtucket, RI

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oshiro, Infectious Disease Specialist in Pawtucket, RI?

    Dr. Hector Oshiro, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Pawtucket, RI. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Oshiro graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oshiro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oshiro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oshiro’s office at (401) 729-6151.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado

    Is Dr. Oshiro board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Oshiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oshiro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Oshiro typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Oshiro 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. Oshiro. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Oshiro typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Oshiro 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. Oshiro. 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:

    • 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. Oshiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oshiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 729-6151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oshiro accept in Pawtucket, RI?

    Dr. Oshiro in Pawtucket, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Aware Integrated

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Oshiro's office located?

    Dr. Hector Oshiro's Primary Practice

    109 Beechwood Ave

    Pawtucket, RI 02860

    (401) 729-6151

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

    Dr. Oshiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720180110.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oshiro?

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

    What is Dr. Hector Oshiro's specialty?

    Dr. Oshiro is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Pawtucket, RI.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. Hector Oshiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oshiro 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Hector Oshiro accepting new patients in Pawtucket, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Hector Oshiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hector Oshiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oshiro's office at (401) 729-6151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hector Oshiro?

    Please contact Dr. Oshiro's office at (401) 729-6151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Oshiro have?

    Dr. Hector Oshiro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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