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- The Physicians Alliance of Connecticut (PACT) is a multi-specialty medical group led by 100+ physician members, with 35 staff, based in Branford, CT. - PACT partners with independent practices as “divisions” to preserve autonomy while sharing benefits and extensive management services through PACT MSO, enabling focused patient care in southern Connecticut, including the greater New Haven area. - The organization emphasizes private-practice preservation, collaboration, and quality care across its member practices. Regarding "PACT's rheumatology - Physicians Alliance of Connecticut Milford": PACT lists three offices in Branford, CT (HQ and branches) but does not confirm a Milford rheumatology specialty site. If you need rheumatology-specific details (physicians, clinics, schedules) for Milford, please provide a Milford search query or check PACT’s official site or contacting info@pactmd.com.

Clinic Type

Rheumatology

Address

Hamden: 2080 Whitney Avenue, Suite 240, Hamden, CT 06518; Orange: 250 Indian River Road, Suite 300, Orange, CT 06477

Phone

203-868-0020

Email

dmontesi@pactmd.com

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Telehealth

Available (TeleHealth appointments; availability dependent on insurance plan)

Services Offered

  • Rheumatology
  • Diagnosis and management of diseases affecting joints, muscles, and bones
  • Autoimmune disorders and inflammatory conditions management
  • TeleHealth appointments
  • New patient online appointment requests
  • In-office visits in Hamden and Orange, CT
  • Infusion center (referenced in related pages)
  • Advanced Practice Providers (APRs) involvement

Technology & Equipment

  • TeleHealth
  • MyChartPLUS (online appointment requests)

Team

  • Beth Valashinas, FACR — D.O., FACR

Insurance & Payment

  • Aetna
  • Anthem BCBS
  • CHN PPO
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • TRICARE / Health Net
  • UnitedHealthcare / Oxford
  • WellCare
  • U.S. Department of Labor

Based on FAQ listing of accepted insurers; availability may vary by location and plan.

Not explicitly listed in provided text

Languages Spoken

  • English

Current Offers

Accepting New Patients

FAQs

What conditions does PACT Rheumatology treat?

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoarthritis, Lupus, Gout, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis

How do you make an appointment?

We offer online appointment requests for new patients. We ask that new or existing patients request an appointment through the MyChartPLUS app or the website. Patients may also call the office to make an appointment. For a listing of our offices, please click here.

Are there TeleHealth appointments available?

TeleHealth appointments are available. Virtual, TeleHealth appointments are done from the comfort and safety of your own home using your personal device’s camera/video function. Availability is dependent on your insurance plan.

What insurance do you accept?

Please check with your provider’s office to confirm coverage under any plan. - Aetna - Anthem BCBS - CHN PPO - Cigna - ConnectiCare - Coventry - Harvard Pilgrim - Medicaid** - Medicare - MultiPlan - Railroad Medicare - Three Rivers Provider Network*** - TRICARE / Health Net - UnitedHealthcare / Oxford - WellCare - U.S. Department of Labor ***not accepted by PACT Primary Care Hamden office.

Awards & Accreditations

  • FACR (Beth Valashinas, D.O., FACR)

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

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Patients praise

  • Professional and caring staff
  • Thorough evaluation of medical history
  • Clear explanation of conditions and treatment plans
  • Knowledgeable and kind physicians

Common complaints

  • Discontent regarding clinical care, specifically relating to Rheumatology Associates of Milford (historical context prior to PACT integration)
  • Concerns regarding medical staff professional ethics in other PACT divisions (e.g., geriatric home visits)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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