Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Appel, Internist in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Elizabeth Appel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Farmington, CT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Appel graduated from Georgia Regents University and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Appel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appel’s office at (860) 523-6436.
Where did Dr. Appel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center
Medical School: Georgia Regents University | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Appel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Appel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Appel speak?
Dr. Appel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Appel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Appel 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. Appel. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Appel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Appel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Appel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Appel accept my insurance?
Dr. Appel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 523-6436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appel accept in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Appel in Farmington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Appel's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Appel's Primary Practice
263 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 06030
(860) 523-6436
Recognitions
Awards
Nominee for Kaiser Teaching Award
Best Doctor, 2011-2013 Hartford Magazine
CIBA-GEIGY Award for Community Service
What is Dr. Appel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508861352.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appel
What is Dr. Elizabeth Appel's specialty?
Dr. Appel is a Internist near Farmington, CT.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Appel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appel is affiliated with Uconn John Dempsey Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Appel accepting new patients in Farmington, CT?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Appel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Appel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appel's office at (860) 523-6436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Appel?
Please contact Dr. Appel's office at (860) 523-6436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Appel have?
Dr. Elizabeth Appel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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