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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tillquist, Nephrologist in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Kristen Tillquist, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, RI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tillquist is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tillquist’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tillquist’s office at (401) 649-4070.
What languages does Dr. Tillquist speak?
Dr. Tillquist and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tillquist treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Tillquist 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. Tillquist. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Tillquist perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristen Tillquist may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tillquist's office.
Does Dr. Tillquist accept my insurance?
Dr. Tillquist accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 649-4070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tillquist accept in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Tillquist in Riverside, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tillquist's office located?
Dr. Kristen Tillquist's Primary Practice
375 Wampanoag Trl
Riverside, RI 02915
(401) 649-4070
What is Dr. Tillquist's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tillquist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033774559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tillquist?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tillquist
What is Dr. Kristen Tillquist's specialty?
Dr. Tillquist is a Nephrologist near Riverside, RI. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Tillquist to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristen Tillquist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tillquist 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 Kristen Tillquist accepting new patients in Riverside, RI?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Tillquist is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Tillquist offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tillquist's office at (401) 649-4070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Tillquist?
Please contact Dr. Tillquist's office at (401) 649-4070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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