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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assad, Family Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, RI?
Dr. Sami Assad, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Assad is fluent in English, Arabic, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assad’s office at (401) 606-4510.
What languages does Dr. Assad speak?
Dr. Assad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Russian
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Assad typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Assad 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. Assad. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Assad typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sami Assad may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Assad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Assad accept my insurance?
Dr. Assad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 606-4510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Assad accept in Portsmouth, RI?
Dr. Assad in Portsmouth, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Assad's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Assad affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Assad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
The Miriam Hospital,Providence, RI
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
The Miriam Hospital,Providence, RI
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Rhode Island Hospital,Providence, RIRanked in 2 Procedures
Rhode Island Hospital,Providence, RI
Ranked in 2 Procedures
St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma,New Bedford, MARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma,New Bedford, MA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Newport Hospital,Newport, RI
Newport Hospital,Newport, RI
Charlton Memorial Hospital,Fall River, MA
Charlton Memorial Hospital,Fall River, MA
Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc,Fall River, MA
Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc,Fall River, MA
What is Dr. Assad's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649664756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assad
What is Dr. Sami Assad's specialty?
Dr. Assad is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, RI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Sami Assad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assad is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Sami Assad accepting new patients in Portsmouth, RI?
Yes, Dr. Sami Assad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sami Assad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assad's office at (401) 606-4510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sami Assad?
Please contact Dr. Assad's office at (401) 606-4510 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Assad's office located?
Dr. Assad's offices are located in Portsmouth, RI, Jamestown, RI, and Newport, RI.
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