21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Freitas, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Marilee Freitas, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Freitas is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freitas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freitas’s office at (203) 323-8989.
Is Dr. Freitas board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Marilee Freitas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Freitas speak?
Dr. Freitas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Freitas treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Freitas 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. Freitas. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Anal Disorder
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Anal Itching
- Anal Disorder
- Itching
- Pruritus Ani
- Itchy Anus
- Perianal Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L290: Pruritus ani
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pelvic Muscle Weakness
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Pelvic floor muscle atrophy
- Weak pelvic muscles
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8184: Pelvic muscle wasting
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Which procedures does Dr. Freitas perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Marilee Freitas may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Freitas' office.
Does Dr. Freitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Freitas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 323-8989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Freitas accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Freitas in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Freitas' office located?
Dr. Marilee Freitas' Primary Practice
5 High Ridge Park Ste 103
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 323-8989
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Marilee Freitas?
Dr. Freitas has appointments available at her Stamford, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Freitas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Freitas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023285343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freitas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Freitas
What is Dr. Marilee Freitas's specialty?
Dr. Freitas is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Stamford, CT. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Freitas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marilee Freitas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Freitas is affiliated with Stamford 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Marilee Freitas accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Marilee Freitas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marilee Freitas offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Freitas, or call (203) 323-8989 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Marilee Freitas?
Please contact Dr. Freitas's office at (203) 323-8989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marilee Freitas have?
Dr. Marilee Freitas is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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