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Dr. Michael Drescher, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Willimantic, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Drescher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Willimantic, CT?

    Dr. Michael Drescher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Willimantic, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Drescher completed her residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Drescher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drescher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drescher’s office at (860) 545-0000.

    Where did Dr. Drescher go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: The Hebrew Univ- Hadassah Med Sch- Jerusalem- Israel

    Is Dr. Drescher board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Drescher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Drescher speak?

    Dr. Drescher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drescher typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drescher 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. Drescher. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drescher typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Drescher may include:

    Please contact Dr. Drescher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Drescher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Drescher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 545-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Drescher accept in Willimantic, CT?

    Dr. Drescher in Willimantic, 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Drescher's office located?

    Dr. Michael Drescher's Primary Practice

    112 Mansfield Ave

    Willimantic, CT 06226

    (860) 545-0000

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    Dr. Michael Drescher's Practice 2

    81 Meriden Ave

    Southington, CT 06489

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    Dr. Michael Drescher's Practice 3

    80 Seymour St

    Hartford, CT 06106

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    What is Dr. Drescher's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Drescher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295869113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drescher?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drescher

    What is Dr. Michael Drescher's specialty?

    Dr. Drescher is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Willimantic, CT.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Michael Drescher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Drescher is affiliated with The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Midstate Medical Center, 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Michael Drescher accepting new patients in Willimantic, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Drescher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Drescher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Drescher's office at (860) 545-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Drescher?

    Please contact Dr. Drescher's office at (860) 545-0000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Drescher's office located?

    Dr. Drescher's offices are located in Willimantic, CT, Southington, CT, and Hartford, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Drescher have?

    Dr. Michael Drescher is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.