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Dr. Despina Trigenis, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Norwalk, CT

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Trigenis, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norwalk, CT?

    Dr. Despina Trigenis, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Trigenis graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at St Barnabas Hosp, Emergency Medicine; St Barnabas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Trigenis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trigenis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trigenis’s office at (800) 330-7740.

    Where did Dr. Trigenis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Barnabas Hosp, Emergency Medicine; St Barnabas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Trigenis speak?

    Dr. Trigenis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Trigenis typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Trigenis 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. Trigenis. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Trigenis typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Despina Trigenis may include:

    Please contact Dr. Trigenis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Trigenis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Trigenis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 330-7740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Trigenis accept in Norwalk, CT?

    Dr. Trigenis in Norwalk, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Trigenis' office located?

    Dr. Despina Trigenis' Primary Practice

    506 Westport Ave

    Norwalk, CT 06851

    (800) 330-7740

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    Dr. Despina Trigenis' Practice 2

    2248 31st St

    Astoria, NY 11105

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    Dr. Despina Trigenis' Practice 3

    68 E 161st St

    Bronx, NY 10451

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

    Dr. Trigenis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619073467.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trigenis?

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

    What is Dr. Despina Trigenis's specialty?

    Dr. Trigenis is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norwalk, CT.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Despina Trigenis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Trigenis is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Day Kimball Hospital, St. John's Riverside Hospital - Andrus Pavilion, Westchester Medical Center, William W. Backus Hospital, Putnam 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Despina Trigenis accepting new patients in Norwalk, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Despina Trigenis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Despina Trigenis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Trigenis' office at (800) 330-7740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Despina Trigenis?

    Please contact Dr. Trigenis' office at (800) 330-7740 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Trigenis' office located?

    Dr. Trigenis' offices are located in Norwalk, CT, Astoria, NY, and Bronx, NY.