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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Asher Baer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baer’s office at (631) 444-2478.
Is Dr. Baer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Asher Baer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Baer speak?
Dr. Baer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baer 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. Baer. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Asher Baer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Baer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baer accept my insurance?
Dr. Baer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baer accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Baer in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Baer's office located?
Stony Brook University Hsc L-4 Rm 080
Department Of Emergency Medicine Stony Brook University Hsc L-4 Rm 080
Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 444-2478
What is Dr. Baer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801067681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baer
What is Dr. Asher Baer's specialty?
Dr. Baer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Asher Baer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baer is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Mather Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton 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
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Is Asher Baer accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Asher Baer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asher Baer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baer's office at (631) 444-2478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asher Baer?
Please contact Dr. Baer's office at (631) 444-2478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asher Baer have?
Dr. Asher Baer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Baer
Stony Brook University Hsc L-4 Rm 080
Department Of Emergency Medicine Stony Brook University Hsc L-4 Rm 080
Stony Brook, NY 11794