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Nephrology

Eric S. Kerns, MD

Works at hospitals in Warwick, RI · Providence, RI · Rhode Island

Summary

Eric S. Kerns, MD (Nephrology) is listed by Medicare at 3 hospitals in Warwick, RI and Providence, RI. NPI 1013189174. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Eric S. Kerns, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

NephrologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
18Years since medical school (graduated 2008)
Boston University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Lifespan Physician Group IncGroup practice (+2 more)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Eric S. Kerns work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Eric S. Kerns at 3 hospitals: Kent County Memorial Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Eric S. Kerns see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 5 practice locations, including Wakefield, RI, Warwick, RI and Riverside, RI. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Eric S. Kerns's specialty?
Medicare lists Nephrology as the primary specialty.
Does Eric S. Kerns accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Eric S. Kerns accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Eric S. Kerns offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Eric S. Kerns offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Eric S. Kerns?
(401) 649-4000, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Eric S. Kerns's NPI number?
1013189174. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Eric S. Kerns works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Eric S. Kerns at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Eric S. Kerns is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Eric S. Kerns as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Lifespan Physician Group Inc1,173 clinicians in the group
  • Brown Medicine217 clinicians in the group
  • Silver Spring Health Care Management Inc134 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other nephrologists in Wakefield

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Wakefield, RI — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolBoston University School Of Medicine
Graduation year2008
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1013189174
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians