BP
Dr. Brett Prestia, DO
New Haven, CT
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Prestia, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Brett Prestia, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Prestia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prestia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prestia’s office at (203) 315-7301.
What languages does Dr. Prestia speak?
Dr. Prestia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Prestia treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prestia 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. Prestia. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Which procedures does Dr. Prestia perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brett Prestia may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prestia's office.
Does Dr. Prestia accept my insurance?
Dr. Prestia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 315-7301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prestia accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Prestia in New Haven, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Prestia's office located?
What is Dr. Prestia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prestia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083118566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prestia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prestia
What is Dr. Brett Prestia's specialty?
Dr. Prestia is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near New Haven, CT. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Prestia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Prestia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prestia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Explore Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Brett Prestia accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Brett Prestia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Prestia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prestia's office at (203) 315-7301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Prestia?
Please contact Dr. Prestia's office at (203) 315-7301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist Near New Haven, CT
TS
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Tara Sanft, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
New Haven, CT
LB
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Laura Belland, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Bridgeport, CT
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Robert Fitton, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Bridgeport, CT