Summary

Dr. Richard Zweig is an internal medicine physician with five decades of clinical experience serving patients in Connecticut. He earned his medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Zweig also pursued specialized fellowship training in infectious diseases at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, enhancing his expertise in complex medical conditions. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Zweig practices at Bristol Health Primary Care & Infectious Disease and maintains hospital privileges at Bristol Hospital Inc in Bristol, Connecticut. His clinical focus includes managing type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages requiring specialized care. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans to support overall health and recovery. Patients have given Dr. Zweig an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 50 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Bristol Health Primary Care & Infectious Disease

25 Collins RdBristol, CT 06010
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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Zweig

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - HMO
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Plan
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Zweig has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Zweig has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Richard Zweig holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine and Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program.

Medical School

Graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1976 and Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny in 1976.

NPI Number

Richard Zweig's NPI number is 1477548451.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Richard Zweig's office located?
Richard Zweig's office is located at 25 Collins Rd, Bristol, CT, 06010.
Which hospitals is Richard Zweig affiliated with?
Richard Zweig is affiliated with Bristol Hospital Inc.
Does Richard Zweig accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Zweig accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Richard Zweig accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Richard Zweig has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Richard Zweig accepting new patients?
Richard Zweig is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Richard Zweig's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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