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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Block, Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Peter Block, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Block is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Block’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Block’s office at (212) 263-5506.
What languages does Dr. Block speak?
Dr. Block and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Block typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. Peter Block may include:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis
- Excessive Gas
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Please contact Dr. Block's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Block typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Block may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Block's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Block accept my insurance?
Dr. Block accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Block accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Block in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Block's office located?
What is Dr. Block's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Block's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891292058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Block?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Block
What is Dr. Peter Block's specialty?
Dr. Block is a Gastroenterologist near New Haven, CT.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Peter Block affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Block is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
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Is Peter Block accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Peter Block is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Block offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Block's office at (212) 263-5506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Block?
Please contact Dr. Block's office at (212) 263-5506 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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