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Dr. Michael Poshkus, MD

West Warwick, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poshkus, Infectious Disease Specialist in West Warwick, RI?

    Dr. Michael Poshkus, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in West Warwick, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Poshkus completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. 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) 615-2800.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Poshkus board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael 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 Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid-Induced Disorder
    • Opioid Use
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid-related health problems
    • Complications from opioid use
    • Opioid-caused conditions
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1199: Opioid use, unspecified with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain
    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    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:

    • Nicotine Addiction
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Which procedures does Dr. Poshkus perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Poshkus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poshkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 615-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poshkus accept in West Warwick, RI?

    Dr. Poshkus in West Warwick, RI 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 Rhode Island

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • Network Health

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

    • State of Rhode Island

    • Tufts Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Poshkus' office located?

    Dr. Michael Poshkus' Primary Practice

    186 Providence St

    West Warwick, RI 02893

    (401) 615-2800

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    Dr. Michael Poshkus' Practice 2

    25 John a Cummings Way

    Woonsocket, RI 02895

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    Dr. Michael Poshkus' Practice 3

    450 Clinton St

    Woonsocket, RI 02895

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    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 1952341075.

    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. Michael Poshkus's specialty?

    Dr. Poshkus is a Infectious Disease Specialist near West Warwick, RI.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Poshkus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 Michael Poshkus accepting new patients in West Warwick, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Poshkus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Poshkus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poshkus's office at (401) 615-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Poshkus?

    Please contact Dr. Poshkus's office at (401) 615-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Poshkus have?

    Dr. Michael Poshkus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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