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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hess, Internist in Norwalk, CT?
Dr. Kevin Hess, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CT. Dr. Hess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hess’s office at (302) 623-0188.
What languages does Dr. Hess speak?
Dr. Hess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hess typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hess 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. Hess. 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:
- Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
- Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hess typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Hess 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. Hess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hess accept my insurance?
Dr. Hess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 623-0188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hess accept in Norwalk, CT?
Dr. Hess in Norwalk, CT 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)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hess' office located?
What is Dr. Hess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609434919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hess
What is Dr. Kevin Hess's specialty?
Dr. Hess is a Internist near Norwalk, 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. Kevin Hess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hess is affiliated with Danbury Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, Stamford Health 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Hess accepting new patients in Norwalk, CT?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Hess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Hess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (302) 623-0188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Hess?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (302) 623-0188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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