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Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith, MD

Providence, RI

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rybasack-Smith, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Rybasack-Smith graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Rybasack-Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rybasack-Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rybasack-Smith’s office at (401) 444-4000.

    Where did Dr. Rybasack-Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rybasack-Smith speak?

    Dr. Rybasack-Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rybasack-Smith treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rybasack-Smith 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. Rybasack-Smith. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Rybasack-Smith perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rybasack-Smith's office.

    Does Dr. Rybasack-Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rybasack-Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rybasack-Smith accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Rybasack-Smith 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

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • Point32Health

    • State of Rhode Island

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rybasack-Smith's office located?

    Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith's Primary Practice

    593 Eddy St

    Providence, RI 02903

    (401) 444-4000

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    Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith's Practice 2

    101 Dudley St

    Providence, RI 02905

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

    Dr. Rybasack-Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700223856.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rybasack-Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Rybasack-Smith is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI. 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. Contact Dr. Rybasack-Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rybasack-Smith is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam 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 Heather Rybasack-Smith accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Rybasack-Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rybasack-Smith's office at (401) 444-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Heather Rybasack-Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Rybasack-Smith's office at (401) 444-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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