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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slater, Internist in Hamden, CT?
Dr. Richard Slater, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Slater graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Slater is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slater’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slater’s office at (203) 787-7191.
Where did Dr. Slater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slater speak?
Dr. Slater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Slater typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Slater 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. Slater. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Slater typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Slater performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Slater. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Slater accept my insurance?
Dr. Slater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 787-7191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slater accept in Hamden, CT?
Dr. Slater in Hamden, 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)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slater's office located?
What is Dr. Slater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407960826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slater
What is Dr. Richard Slater's specialty?
Dr. Slater is a Internist near Hamden, 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. Richard Slater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slater is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Midstate Medical Center, 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
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Is Richard Slater accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Slater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (203) 787-7191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Slater?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (203) 787-7191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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