27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Despreaux, Internist in Renton, WA?
Dr. Michele Despreaux is an Internist, who primarily practices in Renton, WA. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Despreaux graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Despreaux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Despreaux’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Despreaux’s office at (425) 690-3489.
Where did Dr. Despreaux go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine | Yale-New Haven Hospital | Yale - New Haven Hospital | Yale - New Haven Hospital
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Despreaux board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michele Despreaux is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1995
What languages does Dr. Despreaux speak?
Dr. Despreaux and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Despreaux typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Despreaux 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. Despreaux. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Despreaux typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michele Despreaux 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
Please contact Dr. Despreaux's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Despreaux accept my insurance?
Dr. Despreaux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 690-3489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Despreaux accept in Renton, WA?
Dr. Despreaux in Renton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Despreaux's office located?
Dr. Michele Despreaux's Primary Practice
4033 Talbot Rd S Ste 570
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 690-3489
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Michele Despreaux an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Despreaux has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Despreaux, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Despreaux's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Despreaux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346326147.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Despreaux?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Despreaux
What is Dr. Michele Despreaux's specialty?
Dr. Despreaux is a Internist near Renton, WA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michele Despreaux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Despreaux is affiliated with Valley Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Issaquah Campus, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa 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 Michele Despreaux accepting new patients in Renton, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michele Despreaux is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michele Despreaux offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Despreaux's office at (425) 690-3489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michele Despreaux?
Please contact Dr. Despreaux's office at (425) 690-3489 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michele Despreaux have?
Dr. Michele Despreaux is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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