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Dr. Scott Stern, MD

Watertown, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stern, Family Medicine Specialist in Watertown, NY?

    Dr. Scott Stern, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watertown, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Stern completed his residency at Guthrie Healthcare System, Family Medicine. Dr. Stern is fluent in English, Russian, Slavic languages, Spanish, Telugu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stern’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stern’s office at (315) 376-5287.

    Where did Dr. Stern go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Guthrie Healthcare System, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny

    Is Dr. Stern board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Stern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stern speak?

    Dr. Stern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Slavic languages

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stern typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stern 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. Stern. 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:

    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1111: Opioid abuse, in remission

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stern typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Stern may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stern's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 376-5287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stern accept in Watertown, NY?

    Dr. Stern in Watertown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Stern's office located?

    Dr. Scott Stern's Primary Practice

    238 Arsenal St

    Watertown, NY 13601

    (315) 376-5287

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    Dr. Scott Stern's Practice 2

    7785 N State St Fl 3

    Lowville, NY 13367

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    What is Dr. Stern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Stern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376504753.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stern?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stern

    What is Dr. Scott Stern's specialty?

    Dr. Stern is a Family Medicine Specialist near Watertown, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Scott Stern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stern is affiliated with Samaritan Medical Center, Upstate University 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Scott Stern accepting new patients in Watertown, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Stern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Stern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (315) 376-5287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Stern?

    Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (315) 376-5287 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Stern have?

    Dr. Scott Stern is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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