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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fridman, Surgeon in Shelton, CT?
Dr. Abraham Fridman, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shelton, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fridman graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Fridman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fridman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fridman’s office at (203) 926-1897.
Where did Dr. Fridman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fridman speak?
Dr. Fridman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Fridman treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fridman 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. Fridman. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Fridman perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fridman 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. Fridman. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Does Dr. Fridman accept my insurance?
Dr. Fridman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 926-1897 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fridman accept in Shelton, CT?
Dr. Fridman in Shelton, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
HealthScope
Medicare
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fridman's office located?
What is Dr. Fridman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fridman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205074945.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fridman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fridman
What is Dr. Abraham Fridman's specialty?
Dr. Fridman is a Surgeon near Shelton, CT. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Fridman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abraham Fridman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fridman is affiliated with Griffin Hospital, Waterbury 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 Abraham Fridman accepting new patients in Shelton, CT?
Yes, Dr. Abraham Fridman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abraham Fridman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fridman's office at (203) 926-1897 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abraham Fridman?
Please contact Dr. Fridman's office at (203) 926-1897 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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