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Dr. Gary Raffel, DO
Internist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Lewes, DE
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raffel, Internist in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Gary Raffel, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lewes, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Raffel completed his residency at Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Raffel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raffel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raffel’s office at (302) 684-2000.
Where did Dr. Raffel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Brown U/Miriam Hospital
Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy | West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Raffel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Raffel, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Raffel speak?
Dr. Raffel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Raffel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Raffel 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. Raffel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Raffel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Raffel 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. Raffel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Raffel accept my insurance?
Dr. Raffel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 684-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raffel accept in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Raffel in Lewes, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Delaware
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Raffel's office located?
What is Dr. Raffel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raffel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396747432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raffel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raffel
What is Dr. Gary Raffel's specialty?
Dr. Raffel is a Internist near Lewes, DE.
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. Gary Raffel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raffel is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Gary Raffel accepting new patients in Lewes, DE?
Yes, Dr. Gary Raffel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Raffel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raffel's office at (302) 684-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Raffel?
Please contact Dr. Raffel's office at (302) 684-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Raffel have?
Dr. Gary Raffel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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