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Dr. Ronald Smith, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Thief River Falls, MN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Smith, Family Medicine Specialist in Thief River Falls, MN?

    Dr. Ronald Smith, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thief River Falls, MN. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (218) 681-4747.

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

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

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smith typically perform?

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

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 681-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Thief River Falls, MN?

    Dr. Smith in Thief River Falls, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Smith's Primary Practice

    3001 Sanford Pkwy

    Thief River Falls, MN 56701

    (218) 681-4747

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    What hospitals are Dr. Smith affiliated with?

    Dr. Smith has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sanford Thief River Falls Medical Center,Thief River Falls, MN

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962485714.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Ronald Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Family Medicine Specialist near Thief River Falls, MN.

    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. Ronald Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Smith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sanford Thief River Falls Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Ronald Smith accepting new patients in Thief River Falls, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (218) 681-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (218) 681-4747 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's office is located in Thief River Falls, MN.