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Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD

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Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jacobowitz, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jacobowitz graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Jacobowitz is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Norwegian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jacobowitz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jacobowitz’s office at (646) 868-4300.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jacobowitz?

    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD is a highly-rated, board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jacobowitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Jacobowitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Jacobowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Otolaryngology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Jacobowitz board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Jacobowitz speak?

    Dr. Jacobowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Hebrew

    • Norwegian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Jacobowitz treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Jacobowitz 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. Jacobowitz. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Hay Fever
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    What procedures does Dr. Jacobowitz perform?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Jacobowitz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Jacobowitz. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Removal of Growth Inside the Nose
    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction (Superficial)
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery
    • Intranasal lesion excision
    • Nasal growth removal
    • Laser treatment for nasal lesion
    • Nose polyp removal
    • Inferior turbinate ablation
    • Nasal passage opening surgery
    • Radiofrequency turbinate reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
    • 30117: Excision or destruction (eg, laser), intranasal lesion; internal approach
    • 30801: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); superficial

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Valve Collapse Repair (Radiofrequency)
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Radiofrequency Nasal Valve Remodeling
    • Nasal Airway Obstruction Repair
    • Nose Valve Collapse Treatment
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30469: Repair of nasal valve collapse with low energy, temperature-controlled (ie, radiofrequency) subcutaneous/submucosal remodeling
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Sinus Endoscopy
    • Nasal Polyp Removal
    • Sinus Biopsy
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Soft Palate and Throat Reconstruction
    • Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
    • Throat Widening Surgery
    • Snoring Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42145: Palatopharyngoplasty (eg, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, uvulopharyngoplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
    • Tonsil Removal
    • Adult Tonsillectomy
    • Throat Surgery for Tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Custom Oral Surgical Splint
    • Surgical Mouth Splint
    • Oral Appliance Fabrication
    • Custom Dental Splint
    • Jaw Splint Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 21085: Impression and custom preparation; oral surgical splint

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
    • Myocutaneous Flap
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap
    • Head and Neck Reconstruction
    • Vascular Pedicle Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)

    Does Dr. Jacobowitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jacobowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 868-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jacobowitz accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Jacobowitz in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jacobowitz's office located?

    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz's Primary Practice

    18 E 48th St Fl 2

    New York, NY 10017

    (646) 868-4300

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    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz's Practice 2

    21033 26th Ave

    Bayside, NY 11360

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    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz's Practice 3

    1500 Route 112 Bldg 4

    Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

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    Based on 91 reviews

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    96% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    97% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Jacobowitz has been rated and reviewed by 91 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Jacobowitz, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Jacobowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jacobowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285617381.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jacobowitz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jacobowitz

    What is Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz's specialty?

    Dr. Jacobowitz is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist near New York, NY. An otolaryngologist specializing in sleep medicine is board-certified in the subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, and management of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. They provide care to patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions treated by sleep specialists include sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders, among others. Contact Dr. Jacobowitz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jacobowitz is affiliated with Lenox Hill 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

    Where can I learn more about Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?

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    Is Ofer Jacobowitz accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobowitz's office at (646) 868-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ofer Jacobowitz?

    Please contact Dr. Jacobowitz's office at (646) 868-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz have?

    Dr. Ofer Jacobowitz is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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