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Who is Dr. Bloise Espinal, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Lawrence, MA?
Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bloise Espinal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bloise Espinal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bloise Espinal’s office at (616) 685-5231.
What languages does Dr. Bloise Espinal speak?
Dr. Bloise Espinal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bloise Espinal typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bloise Espinal 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. Bloise Espinal. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Bloise Espinal typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Bloise Espinal 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. Bloise Espinal. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Bloise Espinal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bloise Espinal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-5231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bloise Espinal accept in Lawrence, MA?
Dr. Bloise Espinal in Lawrence, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Community Health Network of Washington
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bloise Espinal's office located?
Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal's Primary Practice
1 General St
Lawrence, MA 01841
(616) 685-5231
What is Dr. Bloise Espinal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bloise Espinal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689933392.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bloise Espinal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bloise Espinal
What is Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal's specialty?
Dr. Bloise Espinal is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Lawrence, MA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bloise Espinal is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Merrimackhealth Lawrence Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Boston Medical Center 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rafael Bloise Espinal accepting new patients in Lawrence, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Bloise Espinal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bloise Espinal's office at (616) 685-5231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Bloise Espinal?
Please contact Dr. Bloise Espinal's office at (616) 685-5231 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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