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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prefontaine, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Stephen Prefontaine, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Prefontaine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prefontaine’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prefontaine’s office at (616) 455-5270.
What languages does Dr. Prefontaine speak?
Dr. Prefontaine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prefontaine typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prefontaine 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. Prefontaine. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prefontaine typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Prefontaine may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Prefontaine's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prefontaine accept my insurance?
Dr. Prefontaine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 455-5270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prefontaine accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Prefontaine in Grand Rapids, MI 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prefontaine's office located?
Dr. Stephen Prefontaine's Primary Practice
300 68th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(616) 455-5270
What is Dr. Prefontaine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prefontaine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114953304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prefontaine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prefontaine
What is Dr. Stephen Prefontaine's specialty?
Dr. Prefontaine is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Stephen Prefontaine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prefontaine is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Prefontaine accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Prefontaine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Prefontaine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prefontaine's office at (616) 455-5270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Prefontaine?
Please contact Dr. Prefontaine's office at (616) 455-5270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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