Nephrology and Hypertension - South County Hospital
Nephrology • Westerly, RI • Since 1919
About
South County Hospital (a South County Health nonprofit in Wakefield, RI) offers comprehensive nephrology and hypertension services through its affiliated network. While the page highlights overall South County Health care offerings and facilities, it notes primary care, cardiovascular, and related specialties as part of its continuum. For nephrology-specific care (kidney disease management) or hypertension expertise at Westerly, SC H (South County Health) lists affiliated providers and services across southern Rhode Island and has an emphasis on advanced medical technologies and outpatient/inpatient care. If you need nephrology/hypertension specifics (providers, clinics, appointment availability, or locations in Westerly), contact South County Health directly or visit their Westerly/Wakefield locations.
Clinic Type
Nephrology
Address
100 Kenyon Avenue, RI, Wakefield 02879, US
Phone
(401) 782-0090
TalentAcquisitionSpecialist@southcountyhealth.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Insurance accepted by South County Health, Self-pay
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What conditions do you treat in nephrology?
Hypertension, chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, renal transplant care, dialysis management, kidney stones, glomerular disease, proteinuria, mineral metabolism, electrolyte imbalance, anemia related to kidney disease.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (for Dr. Mark Mancini): 5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 42 reviews) (42 reviews)
- US News & World Report (Patient Experience Score): 4 out of 5 stars (N/A)
Patients praise
- Consistently high ratings for individual providers, specifically Dr. Mark Mancini who receives exceptional feedback for competence and care
- Multiple 5-star ratings for overall hospital quality from CMS, reflecting recognized institutional standards
- General acknowledgment from many patients of polite, professional, and compassionate hospital staff across various departments
Common complaints
- Reports of inconsistent patient care in the emergency department, including long wait times and lack of responsiveness to pain
- Concerns regarding communication and staff attentiveness in specific clinical situations
- General community sentiment expressing concern over perceived deterioration of hospital services compared to past years
"Dr Mancini is the best Doctor that I have on my care team. SC Health is so lucky to have a doctor like him representing them. His office is top notch."
— Healthgrades review for Dr. Mark Mancini"I’ve seen such a deterioration in this hospital and I use to love it but the staff keep leaving and the integrity isn’t there and the care has totally tanked."
— User comment from a local advocacy websiteSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Priya Patel, MD - South County Health — Oct 2, 2025
- Welcome New Providers - South County Health — Oct 27, 2025
- New Provider Spotlight - South County Health — Oct 29, 2025
- John C. Beauchamp, MD - South County Health — Apr 15, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More nephrology clinics in Westerly
Summary: Joseph M. Romanello, MD, is a nephrology-affiliated physician associated with Westerly Hospital in Westerly, Rhode Island. Westerly Hospital is a nonprofit community hospital with about 190 staff, founded in 1925, offering urology and orthopedic services among others. The organization lists leadership, including Executive Director Nicholas Stahl and President Richard Lisitano, and operates from its main address at 25 Wells Street, Westerly, RI 02891.
Summary: Innovative Renal Care (IRC), formerly American Renal Associates, is a national kidney care partner headquartered in Franklin, TN. IRC collaborates with nephrologists and health systems to provide dialysis and chronic kidney disease care through joint ventures and a shared, patient-centered model. They emphasize technology, support for local care teams, and outcomes-driven care under their "Delivering More Tomorrows" value. IRC operates as a privately held company with 3 offices in the United States, including its Franklin, TN HQ and additional Nashville-area locations. The organization supports dialysis services, nephrology, and renal care across its network and engages with healthcare partners to coordinate patient transfers and care continuity. If you’re seeking information about a Dialysis Center of Westerly specifically, IRC highlights its broader network and collaborative approach rather than listing Westerly as a separate operating location.
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