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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fette, Gastroenterologist in Naugatuck, CT?
Dr. Gerald Fette, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Naugatuck, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Fette graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Griffin Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fette is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fette’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fette’s office at (203) 729-0755.
Where did Dr. Fette go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Griffin Hosp, Internal Medicine | Griffin Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Fette speak?
Dr. Fette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fette treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fette 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. Fette. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Rare Thrombophilia
- Genetic Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6859: Other primary thrombophilia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fette perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerald Fette may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fette's office.
Does Dr. Fette accept my insurance?
Dr. Fette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 729-0755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fette accept in Naugatuck, CT?
Dr. Fette in Naugatuck, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fette's office located?
What is Dr. Fette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043396112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fette
What is Dr. Gerald Fette's specialty?
Dr. Fette is a Gastroenterologist near Naugatuck, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Fette to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerald Fette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fette is affiliated with Griffin 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 Gastroenterologist?
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Is Gerald Fette accepting new patients in Naugatuck, CT?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Fette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Fette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fette's office at (203) 729-0755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Fette?
Please contact Dr. Fette's office at (203) 729-0755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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