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Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell, MD

Meriden, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Drechsler-Martell, Family Medicine Specialist in Meriden, CT?

    Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Meriden, CT. Dr. Drechsler-Martell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drechsler-Martell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drechsler-Martell’s office at (203) 213-3493.

    Where did Dr. Drechsler-Martell go to medical school and complete their residency?

      What languages does Dr. Drechsler-Martell speak?

      Dr. Drechsler-Martell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English

      What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drechsler-Martell typically treat?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drechsler-Martell 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. Drechsler-Martell. 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:

      • 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:

      • Dementia
      • Cognitive decline
      • Memory loss
      • Brain disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      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

      Also known as:

      • Hypothyroidism
      • Congenital hypothyroidism
      • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
      • Underactive Thyroid
      • Low Thyroid Function

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Generalized Muscle Weakness
      • Muscle Disorder
      • Overall Body Weakness
      • Widespread Muscle Weakness
      • Systemic Muscle Weakness

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

      Also known as:

      • Alzheimer's Disease
      • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
      • AD
      • Alzheimer's Dementia
      • Memory Loss Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
      • Brain Disease
      • Cerebrovascular Disorder
      • Brain Circulation Problem
      • Brain Vascular Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

      What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drechsler-Martell typically perform?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drechsler-Martell 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. Drechsler-Martell. 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:

      • Swallowing Function Test
      • Dysphagia Tests
      • Dysphagia Evaluation
      • Oral Swallowing Assessment
      • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
      • Swallowing Study

      CPT Codes:

      • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

      Also known as:

      • Swallowing Therapy
      • Dysphagia Treatment
      • Feeding Therapy
      • Oral Function Therapy

      CPT Codes:

      • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

      Does Dr. Drechsler-Martell accept my insurance?

      Dr. Drechsler-Martell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 213-3493 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Drechsler-Martell accept in Meriden, CT?

      Dr. Drechsler-Martell in Meriden, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Cigna Group

      • Cox Enterprises

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Humana

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • State of Connecticut

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Drechsler-Martell's office located?

      Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell's Primary Practice

      360 Broad St

      Meriden, CT 06450

      (203) 213-3493

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

      Dr. Drechsler-Martell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770558108.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drechsler-Martell?

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

      What is Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell's specialty?

      Dr. Drechsler-Martell is a Family Medicine Specialist near Meriden, CT.

      What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

      Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

      Is this Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Drechsler-Martell is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Midstate Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Clifford Drechsler-Martell accepting new patients in Meriden, CT?

      Yes, Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Clifford Drechsler-Martell offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Drechsler-Martell's office at (203) 213-3493 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Clifford Drechsler-Martell?

      Please contact Dr. Drechsler-Martell's office at (203) 213-3493 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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