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Dr. Despina Psillides, MD

Cresskill, NJ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Psillides, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Cresskill, NJ?

    Dr. Despina Psillides, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cresskill, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Psillides graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Psillides is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Psillides’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Psillides’s office.

    Where did Dr. Psillides go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    Is Dr. Psillides board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Despina Psillides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Psillides speak?

    Dr. Psillides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Psillides treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Psillides 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. Psillides. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • 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:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Laceration with Foreign Body
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut with Embedded Object
    • Right Leg Wound with Retained Object
    • Deep Right Leg Cut with Foreign Material

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81821D: Laceration with foreign body, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Diffuse Iodine Deficiency Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Endemic Goiter
    • Enlarged Thyroid from Iodine Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E010: Iodine-deficiency related diffuse (endemic) goiter

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
    • MDS
    • Preleukemia
    • Bone marrow failure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dense Breasts
    • Dense breast tissue
    • High breast density
    • Fibroglandular breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9230: Dense breasts, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Psillides perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Despina Psillides may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Psillides' office.

    Does Dr. Psillides accept my insurance?

    Dr. Psillides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Psillides accept in Cresskill, NJ?

    Dr. Psillides in Cresskill, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Psillides' office located?

    Dr. Despina Psillides' Primary Practice

    221 County Rd

    Cresskill, NJ 07626

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    Dr. Despina Psillides' Practice 2

    350 Engle St Rm 5518

    Englewood, NJ 07631

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    Dr. Despina Psillides' Practice 3

    24 Elm St

    Harrington Park, NJ 07640

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    What is Dr. Psillides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Psillides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174758668.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Psillides?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Psillides

    What is Dr. Despina Psillides's specialty?

    Dr. Psillides is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Cresskill, NJ. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Psillides to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Despina Psillides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Psillides is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Holy Name 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Despina Psillides accepting new patients in Cresskill, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Despina Psillides is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Despina Psillides offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Psillides's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Despina Psillides?

    Please contact Dr. Psillides's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Despina Psillides have?

    Dr. Despina Psillides is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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