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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simmons, Infectious Disease Specialist in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Rachel Simmons, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverside, RI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Simmons graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (617) 414-4290.
Where did Dr. Simmons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Simmons board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Simmons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?
Dr. Simmons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Simmons typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Simmons may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Simmons' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?
Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Simmons in Riverside, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
BMC Health System
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?
Dr. Rachel Simmons' Primary Practice
375 Wampanoag Trl
Riverside, RI 02915
(617) 414-4290
What is Dr. Simmons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255467635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simmons
What is Dr. Rachel Simmons's specialty?
Dr. Simmons is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Riverside, RI.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Rachel Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, Boston Medical Center, 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Simmons accepting new patients in Riverside, RI?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Simmons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (617) 414-4290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Simmons?
Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (617) 414-4290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Simmons have?
Dr. Rachel Simmons is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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