Summary

Dr. Richard Weiss treats congenital chest wall disorders, pectus excavatum, and appendicitis. He has practiced surgery for 44 years and is affiliated with Waterbury Hospital.

Dr. Weiss is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed residency training in general surgery and pediatric surgery. He sees patients in Hartford, Danbury, Westport, and Farmington, Connecticut. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Weiss 3.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Richard G. Weiss has 4 locations

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Danbury

105A Newtown RoadDanbury, CT 06810
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care Center - Westport

191 Post Rd WWestport, CT 06880
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Connecticut Children's Surgery Center at Farmington

505 Farmington Ave # 3Farmington, CT 06032
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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44 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Hartford , CTHartford , CTHartford , CTWillimantic , CT
Med School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny Med School: MS RAMAIAH MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogota Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Escuela De Medicina Luis Razetti
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard G. Weiss

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Well Sense Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Richard G. Weiss has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Richard G. Weiss holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026, an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027, an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027, and an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery; Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery and SUNY Upstate Medical University Program.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny in 1982 and New York University School of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Richard G. Weiss' NPI number is 1730155847.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Richard Weiss accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Weiss accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Weiss?
You can find contact information for Richard Weiss here on Vitals.
Where is Richard Weiss's office located?
Richard Weiss's office is located at 282 Washington St, Hartford, CT, 06106.
Does Richard Weiss accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Richard Weiss has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Richard Weiss affiliated with?
Richard Weiss is affiliated with Waterbury Hospital.

Data Sources

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