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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valletta, Internist in Vernon, CT?
Dr. Gerald Valletta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vernon, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Valletta completed his residency at Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Valletta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valletta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valletta’s office at (203) 757-3486.
Where did Dr. Valletta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
Is Dr. Valletta board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Valletta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Valletta speak?
Dr. Valletta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Valletta typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Valletta 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. Valletta. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Leg Cut
- Left Leg Tear
- Left Lower Leg Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81812D: Laceration without foreign body, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Valletta typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Valletta 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. Valletta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Valletta accept my insurance?
Dr. Valletta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 757-3486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valletta accept in Vernon, CT?
Dr. Valletta in Vernon, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Valletta's office located?
Dr. Gerald Valletta's Primary Practice
30 Lafayette Sq Ste 30
Vernon, CT 06066
(203) 757-3486
What is Dr. Valletta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valletta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417991688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valletta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valletta
What is Dr. Gerald Valletta's specialty?
Dr. Valletta is a Internist near Vernon, 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. Gerald Valletta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valletta is affiliated with Danbury Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gerald Valletta accepting new patients in Vernon, CT?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Valletta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Valletta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valletta's office at (203) 757-3486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Valletta?
Please contact Dr. Valletta's office at (203) 757-3486 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Valletta have?
Dr. Gerald Valletta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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