Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dressel, Family Medicine Specialist in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Brian Dressel, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ayer, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Dressel completed his residency at Central Maine Medical Center. Dr. Dressel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dressel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dressel’s office at (978) 433-6317.
Where did Dr. Dressel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Maine Medical Center
Is Dr. Dressel board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Dressel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dressel speak?
Dr. Dressel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dressel typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dressel 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. Dressel. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dressel typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Dressel may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Dressel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dressel accept my insurance?
Dr. Dressel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 433-6317 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dressel accept in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Dressel in Ayer, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Eternal Health
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dressel's office located?
What is Dr. Dressel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dressel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760565873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dressel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dressel
What is Dr. Brian Dressel's specialty?
Dr. Dressel is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ayer, MA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Brian Dressel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dressel is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Emerson Health, Lowell General Hospital, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Southern New Hampshire 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Dressel accepting new patients in Ayer, MA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Dressel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Dressel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dressel's office at (978) 433-6317 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Dressel?
Please contact Dr. Dressel's office at (978) 433-6317 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Dressel have?
Dr. Brian Dressel is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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