45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westfal, Internist in New Canaan, CT?
Dr. Richard Westfal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Canaan, CT. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Westfal graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Vincent's East Program. Dr. Westfal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westfal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westfal’s office at (203) 972-4255.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Westfal?
Dr. Richard Westfal, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Westfal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Concierge Medicine, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Canaan/CT community, Dr. Westfal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Westfal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent's East Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Westfal speak?
Dr. Westfal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Westfal treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Westfal 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. Westfal. 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Which procedures does Dr. Westfal perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Westfal 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Westfal's office.
Does Dr. Westfal accept my insurance?
Dr. Westfal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 972-4255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westfal accept in New Canaan, CT?
Dr. Westfal in New Canaan, 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
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Westfal's office located?
What is Dr. Westfal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westfal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528166824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westfal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westfal
What is Dr. Richard Westfal's specialty?
Dr. Westfal is a Internist near New Canaan, 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. Westfal to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Westfal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westfal is affiliated with Norwalk 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 Internist?
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Is Richard Westfal accepting new patients in New Canaan, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Westfal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Westfal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westfal's office at (203) 972-4255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Westfal?
Please contact Dr. Westfal's office at (203) 972-4255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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