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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defriez, Diagnostic Radiologist in Flint, MI?
Dr. Stephen Defriez, DO is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Flint, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Defriez completed his residency at Mi St U Coll Human Med-Flint, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Defriez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defriez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defriez’s office.
Where did Dr. Defriez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mi St U Coll Human Med-Flint, Diagnostic Radiology
Is Dr. Defriez board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Defriez, DO is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Defriez speak?
Dr. Defriez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Defriez typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Defriez 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. Defriez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Defriez typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Defriez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Defriez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Defriez accept my insurance?
Dr. Defriez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defriez accept in Flint, MI?
Dr. Defriez in Flint, MI 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 Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Montana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Defriez's office located?
What is Dr. Defriez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defriez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639111966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defriez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defriez
What is Dr. Stephen Defriez's specialty?
Dr. Defriez is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Flint, MI.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Stephen Defriez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defriez is affiliated with Great Falls Clinic Hospital, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Shannon Medical Center, Benefis Health System-East Campus, Columbus Regional Hospital, Atrium Health Cleveland 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Defriez accepting new patients in Flint, MI?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Defriez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Defriez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defriez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Defriez?
Please contact Dr. Defriez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Defriez have?
Dr. Stephen Defriez is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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