James R Klinger, MD

Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

James R Klinger is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Riverside, RI with over 43 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(401) 649-4070Riverside, RI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

James R Klinger, MD practices as part of a group pulmonologist practice in Riverside, RI. A Medical College of Wisconsin graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart failure.

1 of 24 Internal Medicine providers in RISee all Internal Medicine in Riverside43+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3539dNPPES updated 2016-09-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline

Contact & Location

Practice Location

375 Wampanoag Trl Suite 302b, Riverside, RI 02915-2232

Fax: (401) 649-4071
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Heart Failure.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Heart Failure
56%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

COPD
54%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

Arthritis
52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Ischemic Heart Disease
45%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Chronic Kidney Disease
42%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Anxiety Disorders
42%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    Medical College of Wisconsin

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicinePulmonary Disease in RiversideAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RP1001X

Education & Training

Medical College of Wisconsin (Class of 1983)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

17 Virginia Ave Suite 107, Providence, RI 02905-4406

Differs from practice location

Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With James R Klinger

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with James R Klinger for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, heart failure monitoring — no travel to Riverside required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James R Klinger

NPI records show Dr. Klinger as active with telehealth listed in Riverside, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (401) 649-4070.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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