Dr. Duane Fredericks, MD
Obesity Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fredericks, Obesity Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Duane Fredericks, MD is an Obesity Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fredericks graduated from TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE. Dr. Fredericks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fredericks’s office.
Where did Dr. Fredericks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: TEMPLE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE
What languages does Dr. Fredericks speak?
Dr. Fredericks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fredericks typically treat?
As an Obesity Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fredericks 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. Fredericks. 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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Overweight
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- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Lack of Physical Activity
- Healthy Eating & Physical Activity for Life
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Physical inactivity
- Insufficient exercise
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z723: Lack of physical exercise
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does an Obesity Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fredericks typically perform?
As an Obesity Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Duane Fredericks may include:
- Complications of Gastric Surgery
- Gastric Bypass Consultation
- Gastric Bypass Follow Up
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
- Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up
- Medical Weight Management
- Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
- Revisional Weight Loss Surgery
Please contact Dr. Fredericks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fredericks accept my insurance?
Dr. Fredericks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fredericks accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Fredericks in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fredericks' office located?
What is Dr. Fredericks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fredericks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184618886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fredericks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fredericks
What is Dr. Duane Fredericks's specialty?
Dr. Fredericks is a Obesity Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does an Obesity Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in obesity treatment focuses on managing obesity by addressing the genetic, biological, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to the condition. These specialists, who may be internists, endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, preventive medicine physicians, neurologists, or other specialists, use a variety of therapeutic interventions such as diet, physical activity, behavioral modifications, and pharmacotherapy to provide a comprehensive approach to care. Obesity medicine physicians often collaborate with dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals, and bariatric surgeons to optimize patient outcomes. They are also skilled in providing pre-, peri-, and post-surgical care for bariatric patients, advocate for obesity prevention, and support individuals affected by obesity.
Is this Dr. Duane Fredericks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fredericks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Obesity Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Duane Fredericks accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Duane Fredericks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Duane Fredericks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Duane Fredericks?
Please contact Dr. Fredericks's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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