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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fenton, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Avon, CT?
Dr. David Fenton, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Avon, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fenton completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fenton is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fenton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fenton’s office at (860) 244-0148.
Where did Dr. Fenton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Fenton board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Fenton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fenton speak?
Dr. Fenton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Fenton treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fenton 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. Fenton. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does Dr. Fenton perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fenton 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. Fenton. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Fenton accept my insurance?
Dr. Fenton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 244-0148 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fenton accept in Avon, CT?
Dr. Fenton in Avon, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fenton's office located?
What is Dr. Fenton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fenton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669577540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fenton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fenton
What is Dr. David Fenton's specialty?
Dr. Fenton is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Avon, CT. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Fenton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Fenton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fenton is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Middlesex Hospital, William W. Backus Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is David Fenton accepting new patients in Avon, CT?
Yes, Dr. David Fenton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Fenton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fenton's office at (860) 244-0148 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Fenton?
Please contact Dr. Fenton's office at (860) 244-0148 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Fenton have?
Dr. David Fenton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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