26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morel, Internist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Richard Morel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Morel completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Morel is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morel’s office at (203) 348-9455.
Where did Dr. Morel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Morel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Morel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Morel speak?
Dr. Morel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Morel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Morel 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. Morel. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Morel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Morel 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
Please contact Dr. Morel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Morel accept my insurance?
Dr. Morel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 348-9455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morel accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Morel in Stamford, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Morel's office located?
Dr. Richard Morel's Primary Practice
292 Long Ridge Rd Ste 103
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 348-9455
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Morel?
Dr. Morel has appointments available at his Stamford, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Morel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780736108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morel
What is Dr. Richard Morel's specialty?
Dr. Morel is a Internist near Stamford, CT.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Morel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morel is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Richard Morel accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Morel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Morel offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Morel, or call (203) 348-9455 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Morel?
Please contact Dr. Morel's office at (203) 348-9455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Morel have?
Dr. Richard Morel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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