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Dr. Matthew Abel

Pediatrician

New Milford, CT

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Abel, Pediatrician in New Milford, CT?

    Dr. Matthew Abel is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Milford, CT. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Abel graduated from Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Abel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abel’s office at (860) 355-8190.

    Where did Dr. Abel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Jersey Shore University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Technion-Israel Inst Of Tech- Fac Of Med- Haifa- Israel | Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Abel board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Abel is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Abel speak?

    Dr. Abel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abel typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Abel 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. Abel. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abel typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Abel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 355-8190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abel accept in New Milford, CT?

    Dr. Abel in New Milford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Abel's office located?

    Suite A 101

    120 Park Lane Rd Ste A101

    New Milford, CT 06776

    (860) 355-8190

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abel affiliated with?

    Dr. Abel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Columbia Memorial Health,Hudson, NY

    What is Dr. Abel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538166806.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abel?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abel

    What is Dr. Matthew Abel's specialty?

    Dr. Abel is a Pediatrician near New Milford, CT.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Matthew Abel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Abel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Columbia Memorial Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Matthew Abel accepting new patients in New Milford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Abel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Abel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (860) 355-8190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Abel?

    Please contact Dr. Abel's office at (860) 355-8190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abel's office located?

    Dr. Abel's office is located in New Milford, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Abel have?

    Dr. Matthew Abel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.