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43 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Paredes, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Tessie Paredes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Paredes graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed her residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center Program. Dr. Paredes is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paredes’s office at (718) 497-8400.
Where did Dr. Paredes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Paredes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tessie Paredes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paredes speak?
Dr. Paredes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Paredes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Paredes 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. Paredes. 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:
- 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:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
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:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Paredes typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tessie Paredes 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. Paredes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paredes accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Paredes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Paredes' office located?
What is Dr. Paredes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paredes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245242650.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paredes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paredes
What is Dr. Tessie Paredes's specialty?
Dr. Paredes is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Tessie Paredes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paredes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tessie Paredes accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Tessie Paredes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tessie Paredes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paredes's office at (718) 497-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tessie Paredes?
Please contact Dr. Paredes's office at (718) 497-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tessie Paredes have?
Dr. Tessie Paredes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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