AP
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palhete, Internist in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Ana Palhete, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Palhete graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Palhete is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palhete’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palhete’s office at (203) 334-2000.
Where did Dr. Palhete go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University | Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Palhete board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ana Palhete, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palhete speak?
Dr. Palhete and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Palhete typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Palhete 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. Palhete. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Palhete typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ana Palhete 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. Palhete's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palhete accept my insurance?
Dr. Palhete accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 334-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palhete accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Palhete in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palhete's office located?
Dr. Ana Palhete's Primary Practice
4699 Main St Ste 102
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 334-2000
What is Dr. Palhete's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palhete's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912010158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palhete?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palhete
What is Dr. Ana Palhete's specialty?
Dr. Palhete is a Internist near Bridgeport, 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. Ana Palhete affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palhete is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Bridgeport Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Griffin Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ana Palhete accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Ana Palhete is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ana Palhete offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palhete's office at (203) 334-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ana Palhete?
Please contact Dr. Palhete's office at (203) 334-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ana Palhete have?
Dr. Ana Palhete is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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