34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slutsky, Internist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Richard Slutsky, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Slutsky completed his residency at Stamford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Slutsky is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slutsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slutsky’s office at (203) 323-4458.
Where did Dr. Slutsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stamford Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Slutsky board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slutsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slutsky speak?
Dr. Slutsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Slutsky typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Slutsky 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. Slutsky. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Slutsky typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Slutsky 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. Slutsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Slutsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Slutsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 323-4458 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slutsky accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Slutsky in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slutsky's office located?
Dr. Richard Slutsky's Primary Practice
292 Long Ridge Rd Ste 101
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 323-4458
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Slutsky?
Dr. Slutsky has appointments available at his Stamford, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Slutsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slutsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497761282.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slutsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slutsky
What is Dr. Richard Slutsky's specialty?
Dr. Slutsky is a Internist near Stamford, 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. Richard Slutsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slutsky is affiliated with Stamford Health 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Slutsky accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Slutsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Slutsky offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Slutsky, or call (203) 323-4458 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Slutsky?
Please contact Dr. Slutsky's office at (203) 323-4458 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Slutsky have?
Dr. Richard Slutsky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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