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Who is Dr. Deressa, Internist in Nyack, NY?
Dr. Abdi Deressa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nyack, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Deressa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deressa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deressa’s office at (845) 348-2000.
What languages does Dr. Deressa speak?
Dr. Deressa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Deressa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Deressa 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. Deressa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Deressa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdi Deressa 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. Deressa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Deressa accept my insurance?
Dr. Deressa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 348-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deressa accept in Nyack, NY?
Dr. Deressa in Nyack, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
MVP Health Care
Promedica Health Systems
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deressa's office located?
What is Dr. Deressa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deressa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952988941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deressa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deressa
What is Dr. Abdi Deressa's specialty?
Dr. Deressa is a Internist near Nyack, NY.
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. Abdi Deressa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deressa is affiliated with Montefiore Nyack Hospital, Westchester Medical 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
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Is Abdi Deressa accepting new patients in Nyack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Abdi Deressa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abdi Deressa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deressa's office at (845) 348-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abdi Deressa?
Please contact Dr. Deressa's office at (845) 348-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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