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Dr. James Ahern, MD

Ridgefield, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahern, Family Medicine Specialist in Ridgefield, CT?

    Dr. James Ahern, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgefield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ahern graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ahern is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahern’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahern’s office at (203) 431-6342.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ahern?

    Dr. James Ahern, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist 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. Ahern empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ridgefield/CT community, Dr. Ahern is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ahern board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Ahern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahern speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

    What conditions does Dr. Ahern treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahern 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. Ahern. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Rectum Cancer Test
    • Anal Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ahern perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Ahern may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 431-6342 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahern accept in Ridgefield, CT?

    Dr. Ahern in Ridgefield, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ahern's office located?

    Dr. James Ahern's Primary Practice

    77 Danbury Rd Ste 1

    Ridgefield, CT 06877

    (203) 431-6342

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    Dr. James Ahern's Practice 2

    728 Post Rd E

    Westport, CT 06880

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    Dr. James Ahern's Practice 3

    90 S Main St

    Middletown, CT 06457

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

    Dr. Ahern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356385868.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahern?

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

    What is Dr. James Ahern's specialty?

    Dr. Ahern is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ridgefield, CT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ahern to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Ahern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahern is affiliated with Danbury 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 James Ahern accepting new patients in Ridgefield, CT?

    Yes, Dr. James Ahern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Ahern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahern's office at (203) 431-6342 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Ahern?

    Please contact Dr. Ahern's office at (203) 431-6342 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Ahern have?

    Dr. James Ahern is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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