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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gresens, Critical Care Internist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Joseph Gresens, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gresens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gresens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gresens’s office at (757) 261-5977.
Where did Dr. Gresens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
Is Dr. Gresens board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Gresens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gresens speak?
Dr. Gresens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Gresens typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Gresens 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. Gresens. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Gresens typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Gresens performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gresens. 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gresens accept my insurance?
Dr. Gresens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 261-5977 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gresens accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Gresens in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gresens' office located?
Dr. Joseph Gresens' Primary Practice
844 Kempsville Rd Ste 212
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 261-5977
What is Dr. Gresens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gresens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730336009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gresens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gresens
What is Dr. Joseph Gresens's specialty?
Dr. Gresens is a Critical Care Internist near Norfolk, VA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Joseph Gresens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gresens is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne 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
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Is Joseph Gresens accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Gresens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Gresens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gresens's office at (757) 261-5977 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Gresens?
Please contact Dr. Gresens's office at (757) 261-5977 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Gresens have?
Dr. Joseph Gresens is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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