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Dr. Garth Oliver, MD

Hamden, CT

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oliver, Internist in Hamden, CT?

    Dr. Garth Oliver, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hamden, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Oliver graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oliver is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oliver’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oliver’s office.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Oliver board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Garth Oliver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oliver speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Oliver treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Oliver 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. Oliver. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Lipoprotein Metabolism Disorder
    • Lipoprotein Deficiency
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Lipid Metabolism Disorder
    • Abetalipoproteinemia
    • Familial hypobetalipoproteinemia
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Lipoprotein Processing Problems
    • Fat Metabolism Disorders
    • Lipid Transport Disorders
    • Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia
    • Low Lipoprotein Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7889: Other lipoprotein metabolism disorders
    • E786: Lipoprotein deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Eating and Drinking Problems
    • Unusual food cravings
    • Difficulty swallowing
    • Changes in appetite

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Oliver perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Garth Oliver may include:

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

    Does Dr. Oliver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oliver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oliver accept in Hamden, CT?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oliver's office located?

    Dr. Garth Oliver's Primary Practice

    2340 Whitney Ave

    Hamden, CT 06518

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    Dr. Garth Oliver's Practice 2

    1931 Black Rock Tpke

    Fairfield, CT 06825

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

    Dr. Oliver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285673145.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oliver?

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

    What is Dr. Garth Oliver's specialty?

    Dr. Oliver is a Internist near Hamden, 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. Oliver to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Garth Oliver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oliver is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Garth Oliver accepting new patients in Hamden, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Garth Oliver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Garth Oliver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oliver's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Garth Oliver?

    Please contact Dr. Oliver's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Garth Oliver have?

    Dr. Garth Oliver is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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