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Dr. Jennifer Bell, MD
Bridgeport, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bell, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Jennifer Bell, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bell graduated from Texas A&M University. Dr. Bell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (203) 576-6177.
Where did Dr. Bell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Bell speak?
Dr. Bell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Bell typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Bell typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Bell may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Bell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 576-6177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Bell in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bell's office located?
What is Dr. Bell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285054171.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bell
What is Dr. Jennifer Bell's specialty?
Dr. Bell is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Bridgeport, CT.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bell is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Windham Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, The Miriam Hospital, Westerly 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 Jennifer Bell accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Bell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Bell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (203) 576-6177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Bell?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (203) 576-6177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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