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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abidor, Internist in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Gerard Abidor, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abidor completed his residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abidor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abidor’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abidor’s office at (203) 330-6000.
Where did Dr. Abidor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England / Main Campus
Is Dr. Abidor board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Abidor, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abidor speak?
Dr. Abidor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Abidor treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Abidor 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. Abidor. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Hypomania
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar with mild mania
- Hypomanic bipolar
- Bipolar II disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F310: Bipolar disorder, current episode hypomanic
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Which procedures does Dr. Abidor perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gerard Abidor may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abidor's office.
Does Dr. Abidor accept my insurance?
Dr. Abidor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 330-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abidor accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Abidor in Bridgeport, 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
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
First Health Group
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abidor's office located?
Dr. Gerard Abidor's Primary Practice
968 Fairfield Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06605
(203) 330-6000
What is Dr. Abidor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abidor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518014539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abidor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abidor
What is Dr. Gerard Abidor's specialty?
Dr. Abidor is a Internist near Bridgeport, CT.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Abidor to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gerard Abidor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abidor is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Gerard Abidor accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Abidor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Abidor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abidor's office at (203) 330-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Abidor?
Please contact Dr. Abidor's office at (203) 330-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Abidor have?
Dr. Gerard Abidor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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