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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Poshkus, Internist in East Greenwich, RI?
Dr. Kristin Poshkus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Greenwich, RI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Poshkus graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Dr. Poshkus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poshkus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poshkus’s office at (401) 884-0020.
Where did Dr. Poshkus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Poshkus board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Poshkus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poshkus speak?
Dr. Poshkus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Poshkus treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Poshkus 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. Poshkus. 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:
- 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, 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:
- 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:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Blood Clot in Vein
- Chronic Venous Thrombosis
- Long-term Vein Clot
- Chronic Thrombophlebitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8291: Chronic embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Which procedures does Dr. Poshkus perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kristin Poshkus 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Poshkus' office.
Does Dr. Poshkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Poshkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 884-0020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poshkus accept in East Greenwich, RI?
Dr. Poshkus in East Greenwich, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Poshkus' office located?
Dr. Kristin Poshkus' Primary Practice
1672 S County Trl Ste 303
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 884-0020
What is Dr. Poshkus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poshkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558317008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poshkus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poshkus
What is Dr. Kristin Poshkus's specialty?
Dr. Poshkus is a Internist near East Greenwich, 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. Poshkus to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kristin Poshkus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poshkus is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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?
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Is Kristin Poshkus accepting new patients in East Greenwich, RI?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Poshkus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Poshkus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poshkus's office at (401) 884-0020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Poshkus?
Please contact Dr. Poshkus's office at (401) 884-0020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristin Poshkus have?
Dr. Kristin Poshkus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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