Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silverman, Critical Care Internist in Waterbury, CT?
Dr. Richard Silverman, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Waterbury, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Silverman completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Silverman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverman’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. Silverman’s office at (203) 759-3666.
Where did Dr. Silverman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Is Dr. Silverman board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Silverman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Silverman speak?
Dr. Silverman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Silverman typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Silverman 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. Silverman. 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Silverman typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Silverman may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Silverman accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 759-3666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silverman accept in Waterbury, CT?
Dr. Silverman in Waterbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silverman's office located?
Dr. Richard Silverman's Primary Practice
170 Grandview Ave
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 759-3666
What is Dr. Silverman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679680110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverman
What is Dr. Richard Silverman's specialty?
Dr. Silverman is a Critical Care Internist near Waterbury, CT.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Richard Silverman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverman is affiliated with Uconn Health Waterbury Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, Ct 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Silverman accepting new patients in Waterbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Silverman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Silverman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office at (203) 759-3666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Silverman?
Please contact Dr. Silverman's office at (203) 759-3666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Silverman have?
Dr. Richard Silverman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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