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Dr. Richard Krinsky, DO

Torrington, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krinsky, Pulmonologist in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Richard Krinsky, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Torrington, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Krinsky graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Norwalk Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krinsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krinsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krinsky’s office at (860) 496-9669.

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

    • Residency: Norwalk Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Norwalk Hosp, Internal Medicine | Norwalk Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Krinsky board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Krinsky, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krinsky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Krinsky typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krinsky 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. Krinsky. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Breathing Problems
    • Breathing difficulties
    • Abnormal breathing
    • Respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R069: Unspecified abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Krinsky typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krinsky performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Krinsky. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Krinsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 496-9669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krinsky accept in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Krinsky in Torrington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krinsky's office located?

    Dr. Richard Krinsky's Primary Practice

    1215 New Litchfield St

    Torrington, CT 06790

    (860) 496-9669

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    Dr. Richard Krinsky's Practice 2

    115 Spencer St

    Winsted, CT 06098

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

    Dr. Krinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124084819.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krinsky?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Krinsky's specialty?

    Dr. Krinsky is a Pulmonologist near Torrington, CT.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Richard Krinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krinsky is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Richard Krinsky accepting new patients in Torrington, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Krinsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Krinsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krinsky's office at (860) 496-9669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Krinsky?

    Please contact Dr. Krinsky's office at (860) 496-9669 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Krinsky have?

    Dr. Richard Krinsky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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