24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vrees, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Providence, RI?
Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Vrees completed his residency at Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Vrees is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vrees’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vrees’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vrees?
Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vrees empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Providence/RI community, Dr. Vrees is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vrees go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hospital | Cleveland Clinic Florida | Rhode Island Hospital | Cleveland Clinic, Resident:Colon and Rectal Surgery
Is Dr. Vrees board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2005, American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery since 2006
What languages does Dr. Vrees speak?
Dr. Vrees and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vrees treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Vrees 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. Vrees. 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:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Polyp
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Anal Growth
- Benign Anal Tumor
- Perianal Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K620: Anal polyp
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does Dr. Vrees perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Vrees performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vrees. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Sphincterotomy
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Anal Sphincter Division
- Internal Sphincterotomy
- Anal Fissure Surgery
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46080: Sphincterotomy, anal, division of sphincter (separate procedure)
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy
- Minimally Invasive Colon Resection
- Keyhole Colectomy
- Ileocolostomy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44205: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
Does Dr. Vrees accept my insurance?
Dr. Vrees accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vrees accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Vrees in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vrees' office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Rhode Island Top Doctor
What is Dr. Vrees's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vrees's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932175866.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vrees?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vrees
What is Dr. Matthew Vrees's specialty?
Dr. Vrees is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Providence, RI. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Vrees to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Vrees affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vrees is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island 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 Matthew Vrees accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Vrees is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Vrees offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vrees's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Vrees?
Please contact Dr. Vrees's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Vrees have?
Dr. Matthew Vrees is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.
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