Dr. Richard Bruckner, MD
Stony Brook, NY
15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bruckner, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Richard Bruckner, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Bruckner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruckner’s office at (631) 444-2499.
Is Dr. Bruckner board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bruckner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bruckner speak?
Dr. Bruckner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruckner typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bruckner 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. Bruckner. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Left Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruckner typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Bruckner 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. Bruckner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bruckner accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruckner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-2499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruckner accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Bruckner in Stony Brook, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bruckner's office located?
What is Dr. Bruckner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruckner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417124264.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruckner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruckner
What is Dr. Richard Bruckner's specialty?
Dr. Bruckner is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, NY.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Richard Bruckner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruckner is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Bruckner accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bruckner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bruckner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruckner's office at (631) 444-2499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bruckner?
Please contact Dr. Bruckner's office at (631) 444-2499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Bruckner have?
Dr. Richard Bruckner is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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