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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prucha, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Michael Prucha, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. Dr. Prucha graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Prucha is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prucha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prucha’s office at (401) 444-4000.
Where did Dr. Prucha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Prucha speak?
Dr. Prucha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prucha typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prucha 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. Prucha. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prucha typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Prucha may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Prucha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prucha accept my insurance?
Dr. Prucha 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. Prucha accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Prucha 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)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prucha's office located?
What is Dr. Prucha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prucha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578975306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prucha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prucha
What is Dr. Michael Prucha's specialty?
Dr. Prucha is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Providence, 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 this Dr. Michael Prucha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prucha is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
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Is Michael Prucha accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Prucha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Prucha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prucha's office at (401) 444-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Prucha?
Please contact Dr. Prucha's office at (401) 444-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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