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Dr. Joshua Smith, MD

Providence, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Physiatrist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Joshua Smith, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (401) 432-6800.

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Spastic Hemiplegia
    • Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
    • Quadriplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Stiff paralysis on one side
    • Spastic one-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis with spasticity
    • Right-sided spastic paralysis
    • Right-sided stiff paralysis
    • Spastic weakness on right dominant side
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
    • G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8110: Spastic hemiplegia affecting unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Paralysis or Weakness on Left Side After Stroke
    • Brain Disease
    • Paralysis
    • Left-sided stroke paralysis
    • Left hemiparesis after stroke
    • Left hemiplegia after stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69854: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following other cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 432-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Smith in Providence, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • MII Life

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Smith's Primary Practice

    765 Allens Ave Ste 110

    Providence, RI 02905

    (401) 432-6800

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    Dr. Joshua Smith's Practice 2

    593 Eddy St Ste 7A

    Providence, RI 02903

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861058182.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Physiatrist near Providence, RI. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam 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

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    Is Joshua Smith accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (401) 432-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (401) 432-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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