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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afonso, Internist in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afonso is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afonso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afonso’s office at (203) 739-6959.
Is Dr. Afonso board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Afonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afonso speak?
Dr. Afonso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Afonso treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Afonso 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. Afonso. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Afonso perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fernando Afonso 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Afonso's office.
Does Dr. Afonso accept my insurance?
Dr. Afonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 739-6959 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afonso accept in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Afonso in Danbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Afonso's office located?
What is Dr. Afonso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992980536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afonso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afonso
What is Dr. Fernando Afonso's specialty?
Dr. Afonso is a Internist near Danbury, CT.
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.
Contact Dr. Afonso to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fernando Afonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afonso is affiliated with Nuvance Health New Milford Hospital, Nuvance Health Danbury 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Fernando Afonso accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Afonso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Afonso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afonso's office at (203) 739-6959 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Afonso?
Please contact Dr. Afonso's office at (203) 739-6959 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Afonso have?
Dr. Fernando Afonso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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