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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fischer, Internist in East Providence, RI?
Dr. Joshua Fischer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Providence, RI. Dr. Fischer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fischer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fischer’s office at (401) 435-5533.
What languages does Dr. Fischer speak?
Dr. Fischer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fischer typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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
- 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fischer typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 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)
Does Dr. Fischer accept my insurance?
Dr. Fischer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 435-5533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fischer accept in East Providence, RI?
Dr. Fischer in East Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?
Dr. Joshua Fischer's Primary Practice
450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 435-5533
What is Dr. Fischer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fischer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497073712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fischer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fischer
What is Dr. Joshua Fischer's specialty?
Dr. Fischer is a Internist near East Providence, RI.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joshua Fischer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fischer 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 Joshua Fischer accepting new patients in East Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Fischer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Fischer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (401) 435-5533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Fischer?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (401) 435-5533 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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