Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aponte, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Elisa Aponte, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Aponte completed her residency at Bellevue Hospital Center and is currently affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital. Dr. Aponte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aponte’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aponte’s office.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Aponte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kings County Hospital Center
Residency: Bellevue Hospital Center
Is Dr. Aponte board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elisa Aponte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2013
What languages does Dr. Aponte speak?
Dr. Aponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aponte typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aponte 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. Aponte. 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Does Dr. Aponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Aponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aponte accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Aponte in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aponte's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
525 East 68th Street
Room M130
New York, NY 10065
What hospitals are Dr. Aponte affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Aponte has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Aponte's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518134634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aponte
What is Dr. Elisa Aponte's specialty?
Dr. Aponte is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, 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 Dr. Elisa Aponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aponte is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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
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Is Dr. Elisa Aponte accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elisa Aponte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elisa Aponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elisa Aponte?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Aponte's office located?
Dr. Aponte's office is located in New York, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elisa Aponte have?
Dr. Elisa Aponte is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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