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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. 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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fette’s office at (203) 732-1330.
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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fette typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural 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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fette typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Fette's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fette accept my insurance?
Dr. Fette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 732-1330 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
Assurant
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gerald Fette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fette is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Windham Hospital 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 Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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) 732-1330 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) 732-1330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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