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Dr. Justin Cheesman, MD

Dr. Justin Cheesman, MD

Waterbury, CT

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheesman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Waterbury, CT?

    Dr. Justin Cheesman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waterbury, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Cheesman graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Cheesman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheesman’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheesman’s office at (203) 573-6000.

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

    • Residency: University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cheesman board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Cheesman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cheesman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cheesman treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cheesman 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. Cheesman. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    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:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Allergy
    • Allergic Reaction
    • Hypersensitivity
    • Allergic Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7840XA: Allergy, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Justin Cheesman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cheesman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheesman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 573-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheesman accept in Waterbury, CT?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cheesman's office located?

    Dr. Justin Cheesman's Primary Practice

    64 Robbins St

    Waterbury, CT 06708

    (203) 573-6000

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    Dr. Justin Cheesman's Practice 2

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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

    Dr. Cheesman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295832814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheesman?

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

    What is Dr. Justin Cheesman's specialty?

    Dr. Cheesman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Waterbury, 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. Cheesman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Justin Cheesman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cheesman is affiliated with Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Justin Cheesman accepting new patients in Waterbury, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Cheesman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Justin Cheesman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheesman's office at (203) 573-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Justin Cheesman?

    Please contact Dr. Cheesman's office at (203) 573-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Cheesman have?

    Dr. Justin Cheesman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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