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Dr. Ralph Defriece, MD

Millville, DE

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Defriece, Family Medicine Specialist in Millville, DE?

    Dr. Ralph Defriece, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Millville, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Defriece graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Defriece is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defriece’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defriece’s office.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp, Family Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Defriece board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Defriece, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Defriece speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Defriece treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Defriece 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. Defriece. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    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:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot
    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Sprain of Lower Back Ligaments
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Lumbar Spine Sprain
    • Stretched Lower Back Ligaments
    • Lower Back Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S335XXA: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    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:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Which procedures does Dr. Defriece perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ralph Defriece may include:

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

    Does Dr. Defriece accept my insurance?

    Dr. Defriece 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. Defriece accept in Millville, DE?

    Dr. Defriece in Millville, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Defriece's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Defriece's Primary Practice

    32550 Docs Pl Unit 2

    Millville, DE 19967

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    Dr. Ralph Defriece's Practice 2

    28538 DuPont Blvd

    Millsboro, DE 19966

    (302) 934-5052

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    Dr. Ralph Defriece's Practice 3

    18947 John J Williams Hwy

    Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

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

    Dr. Defriece's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760473789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defriece?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Defriece's specialty?

    Dr. Defriece is a Family Medicine Specialist near Millville, DE. 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. Contact Dr. Defriece to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ralph Defriece affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Defriece is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Ralph Defriece accepting new patients in Millville, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Defriece is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Defriece offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Defriece's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ralph Defriece?

    Please contact Dr. Defriece's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Defriece have?

    Dr. Ralph Defriece is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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