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Dr. Christopher Szlezak, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Warwick, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Szlezak, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Warwick, RI?

    Dr. Christopher Szlezak, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Warwick, RI. Dr. Szlezak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szlezak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szlezak’s office at (301) 891-5070.

    What languages does Dr. Szlezak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Szlezak typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Szlezak 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. Szlezak. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Szlezak typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Szlezak may include:

    Please contact Dr. Szlezak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Szlezak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Szlezak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 891-5070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Szlezak accept in Warwick, RI?

    Dr. Szlezak in Warwick, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BMC Health System

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Fallon Health

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Rhode Island

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    Where is Dr. Szlezak's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Szlezak's Primary Practice

    455 Toll Gate Rd

    Warwick, RI 02886

    (301) 891-5070

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

    Dr. Szlezak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073757340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szlezak?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Szlezak's specialty?

    Dr. Szlezak is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Warwick, RI.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Christopher Szlezak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Szlezak is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, The Miriam Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, William W. Backus 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Christopher Szlezak accepting new patients in Warwick, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Szlezak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Szlezak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Szlezak's office at (301) 891-5070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Szlezak?

    Please contact Dr. Szlezak's office at (301) 891-5070 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Szlezak's office located?

    Dr. Szlezak's office is located in Warwick, RI.