27 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Fitzhugh, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Lincoln, RI?
Dr. Walter Fitzhugh, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, RI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Fitzhugh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzhugh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzhugh’s office at (401) 334-1830.
Is Dr. Fitzhugh board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Fitzhugh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Fitzhugh speak?
Dr. Fitzhugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzhugh typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzhugh 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. Fitzhugh. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fitzhugh typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Fitzhugh may include:
Please contact Dr. Fitzhugh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fitzhugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzhugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 334-1830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzhugh accept in Lincoln, RI?
Dr. Fitzhugh in Lincoln, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Fitzhugh's office located?
Dr. Walter Fitzhugh's Primary Practice
652 George Washington Hwy Unit 400
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-1830
What is Dr. Fitzhugh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzhugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518973148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzhugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzhugh
What is Dr. Walter Fitzhugh's specialty?
Dr. Fitzhugh is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Lincoln, RI.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Walter Fitzhugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fitzhugh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Aphmfp. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Walter Fitzhugh accepting new patients in Lincoln, RI?
Yes, Dr. Walter Fitzhugh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Fitzhugh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzhugh's office at (401) 334-1830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Fitzhugh?
Please contact Dr. Fitzhugh's office at (401) 334-1830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Fitzhugh have?
Dr. Walter Fitzhugh is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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