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Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD

Providence, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sommerville, Internist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. She is board certified. Dr. Sommerville graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at Newton Wellesley Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sommerville is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sommerville’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sommerville’s office at (401) 331-8338.

    Where did Dr. Sommerville go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Newton Wellesley Hosp, Internal Medicine | Newton-Wellesley Hospital Program

    • Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

    Is Dr. Sommerville board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Sommerville, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sommerville speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sommerville typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Sommerville 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. Sommerville. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sommerville typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Sommerville 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. Sommerville. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Does Dr. Sommerville accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sommerville accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 331-8338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Sommerville 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island

    • Point32Health

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sommerville's office located?

    Dr. Lynn Sommerville's Primary Practice

    845 N Main St Ste 5

    Providence, RI 02904

    (401) 331-8338

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

    Dr. Sommerville's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063586295.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sommerville?

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

    What is Dr. Lynn Sommerville's specialty?

    Dr. Sommerville is a Internist near 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. Lynn Sommerville affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sommerville is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Lynn Sommerville accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Sommerville is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lynn Sommerville offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sommerville's office at (401) 331-8338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lynn Sommerville?

    Please contact Dr. Sommerville's office at (401) 331-8338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lynn Sommerville have?

    Dr. Lynn Sommerville is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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