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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Besse, Nephrologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Whitney Besse, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Besse is currently affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Besse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Besse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Besse’s office at (203) 688-4748.
What languages does Dr. Besse speak?
Dr. Besse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Besse typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Besse 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. Besse. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Besse typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Whitney Besse may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Besse's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Besse accept my insurance?
Dr. Besse accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-4748 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Besse accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Besse 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Besse's office located?
What is Dr. Besse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Besse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285877704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Besse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Besse
What is Dr. Whitney Besse's specialty?
Dr. Besse is a Nephrologist near New Haven, CT.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Whitney Besse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Besse is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Lawrence & Memorial 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
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Is Whitney Besse accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Besse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Whitney Besse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Besse's office at (203) 688-4748 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Whitney Besse?
Please contact Dr. Besse's office at (203) 688-4748 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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