Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tortorello, Internist in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Joseph Tortorello, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Trumbull, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tortorello completed his residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tortorello is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tortorello’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tortorello’s office at (203) 374-6162.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tortorello?
Dr. Joseph Tortorello, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tortorello empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Trumbull/CT community, Dr. Tortorello is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tortorello go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | NEW YORK MED COLL
Is Dr. Tortorello board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Tortorello, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tortorello speak?
Dr. Tortorello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tortorello treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tortorello 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. Tortorello. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
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:
- 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:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
Which procedures does Dr. Tortorello perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Tortorello may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tortorello's office.
Does Dr. Tortorello accept my insurance?
Dr. Tortorello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 374-6162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tortorello accept in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Tortorello in Trumbull, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tortorello's office located?
Dr. Joseph Tortorello's Primary Practice
112 Quarry Rd Ste 220
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 374-6162
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Tortorello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tortorello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114974417.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tortorello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tortorello
What is Dr. Joseph Tortorello's specialty?
Dr. Tortorello is a Internist near Trumbull, CT.
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.
Contact Dr. Tortorello to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Tortorello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tortorello is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus 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 Joseph Tortorello accepting new patients in Trumbull, CT?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Tortorello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Tortorello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tortorello's office at (203) 374-6162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Tortorello?
Please contact Dr. Tortorello's office at (203) 374-6162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Tortorello have?
Dr. Joseph Tortorello is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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