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Dr. Rene Hipona, MD

New Britain, CT

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hipona, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Britain, CT?

    Dr. Rene Hipona, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Britain, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hipona completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Emergency Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hipona is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hipona’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hipona’s office at (860) 224-5675.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Emergency Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University

    Is Dr. Hipona board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Hipona, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hipona speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hipona treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hipona 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. Hipona. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    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:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Which procedures does Dr. Hipona perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rene Hipona may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hipona's office.

    Does Dr. Hipona accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hipona accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 224-5675 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hipona accept in New Britain, CT?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hipona's office located?

    Dr. Rene Hipona's Primary Practice

    100 Grand St

    New Britain, CT 06052

    (860) 224-5675

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    Dr. Rene Hipona's Practice 2

    130 Division St

    Derby, CT 06418

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    Dr. Rene Hipona's Practice 3

    1450 Chapel St

    New Haven, CT 06511

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

    Dr. Hipona's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801846670.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hipona?

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

    What is Dr. Rene Hipona's specialty?

    Dr. Hipona is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Britain, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Hipona to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rene Hipona affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hipona is affiliated with Griffin Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rene Hipona accepting new patients in New Britain, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Hipona is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rene Hipona offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hipona's office at (860) 224-5675 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rene Hipona?

    Please contact Dr. Hipona's office at (860) 224-5675 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rene Hipona have?

    Dr. Rene Hipona is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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