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Dr. Brian Callender, MD

Portsmouth, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Callender, Hospitalist in Portsmouth, RI?

    Dr. Brian Callender, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, RI. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Callender graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Callender is fluent in English, Arabic, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Callender’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Callender’s office at (401) 465-9830.

    Where did Dr. Callender go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Callender board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Callender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Callender speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Callender treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Callender 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. Callender. 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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Severe Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Severe Asthma
    • Acute Severe Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Acute Pancreatitis from Alcohol Use
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack
    • Alcoholic Pancreatitis
    • Alcohol-related Pancreas Inflammation
    • Alcohol-induced Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
    • K8520: Alcohol induced acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Callender perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Callender may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Callender's office.

    Does Dr. Callender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Callender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 465-9830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Callender accept in Portsmouth, RI?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Michigan

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Callender's office located?

    Dr. Brian Callender's Primary Practice

    208 Clock Tower Sq

    Portsmouth, RI 02871

    (401) 465-9830

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

    Dr. Callender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447472782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Callender?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Callender's specialty?

    Dr. Callender is a Hospitalist near Portsmouth, RI. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Callender to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Callender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Callender is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Brian Callender accepting new patients in Portsmouth, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Callender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Callender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Callender's office at (401) 465-9830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Callender?

    Please contact Dr. Callender's office at (401) 465-9830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Callender have?

    Dr. Brian Callender is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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