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Dr. Rex Appenfeller, MD

Dr. Rex Appenfeller, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Rex Appenfeller, MD is an internist in Lincoln, RI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1 Commerce St Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 335-1100

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Appenfeller specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Appenfeller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Appenfeller

3.3

15 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
47%
47%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
33%
33%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
M Harnois – Jan 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cumberland, RI – Oct 02, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 people found this helpful
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Disappointed! in Cumberland, RI – Jan 11, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rex Appenfeller, MD is an internist in Lincoln, RI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Roger Williams Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Roger Williams Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Rhode Island Village Pharmacy1 Commerce St Lincoln, RI 02865
1
Office400 Bald Hill Rd Ste 520 Warwick, RI 02886
2

Practice

Office180 Corliss St Ste B Providence, RI 02904
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St
    Providence, RI 02903
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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