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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hess, Endocrinologist in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. James Hess, DO is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Hess graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Dr. Hess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hess’s office at (631) 978-7633.
Where did Dr. Hess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Hess board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. James Hess, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hess speak?
Dr. Hess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Hess typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Hess 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. Hess. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Hess typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Hess may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Hess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hess accept my insurance?
Dr. Hess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 978-7633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hess accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Hess in East Setauket, NY 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
Healthfirst New York
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hess' office located?
What is Dr. Hess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124092747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hess
What is Dr. James Hess's specialty?
Dr. Hess is a Endocrinologist near East Setauket, NY.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. James Hess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hess is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Mather Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Stony Brook Southampton 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
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Is James Hess accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Hess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (631) 978-7633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hess?
Please contact Dr. Hess's office at (631) 978-7633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Hess have?
Dr. James Hess is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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