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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derreza, Hospitalist in North Providence, RI?
Dr. Hector Derreza, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in North Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Derreza completed his residency at Miriam Hosp/Brown U. Dr. Derreza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derreza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derreza’s office at (401) 845-1281.
Where did Dr. Derreza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Miriam Hosp/Brown U
Medical School: Autonomous University of San Luis Potosi / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Derreza board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Hector Derreza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Derreza speak?
Dr. Derreza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Derreza treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Derreza 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. Derreza. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
- Alcohol
- Alcohol Detoxification
- Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
- Alcoholism Withdrawal
- Quitting Alcohol Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10939: Alcohol use, unspecified with withdrawal, unspecified
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Derreza perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hector Derreza may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Derreza's office.
Does Dr. Derreza accept my insurance?
Dr. Derreza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 845-1281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derreza accept in North Providence, RI?
Dr. Derreza in North Providence, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derreza's office located?
Dr. Hector Derreza's Primary Practice
185A High Service Ave
North Providence, RI 02904
(401) 845-1281
What is Dr. Derreza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derreza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992795355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derreza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derreza
What is Dr. Hector Derreza's specialty?
Dr. Derreza is a Hospitalist near North Providence, 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. Derreza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hector Derreza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derreza is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Hector Derreza accepting new patients in North Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Hector Derreza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Derreza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derreza's office at (401) 845-1281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Derreza?
Please contact Dr. Derreza's office at (401) 845-1281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Derreza have?
Dr. Hector Derreza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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