46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ringstad, Internist in North Haven, CT?
Dr. Bjorn Ringstad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Ringstad graduated from University of Hamburg and completed his residency at Hospital of St Raphael Program. Dr. Ringstad is fluent in English and Norwegian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ringstad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ringstad’s office at (203) 865-6400.
Where did Dr. Ringstad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital of St Raphael Program
Medical School: University Hamburg, Krankenhaus Eppendorf, Fak Med, Hamburg | University of Hamburg | University of Hamburg
What languages does Dr. Ringstad speak?
Dr. Ringstad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Norwegian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ringstad typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ringstad 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. Ringstad. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ringstad typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bjorn Ringstad 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
Please contact Dr. Ringstad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ringstad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ringstad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 865-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ringstad accept in North Haven, CT?
Dr. Ringstad in North Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ringstad's office located?
Dr. Bjorn Ringstad's Primary Practice
12 Village St Ste 5
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 865-6400
What is Dr. Ringstad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ringstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699707448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ringstad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ringstad
What is Dr. Bjorn Ringstad's specialty?
Dr. Ringstad is a Internist near North Haven, CT.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Bjorn Ringstad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ringstad is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center 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
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Is Bjorn Ringstad accepting new patients in North Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Bjorn Ringstad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bjorn Ringstad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ringstad's office at (203) 865-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bjorn Ringstad?
Please contact Dr. Ringstad's office at (203) 865-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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