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Dr. Benjamin Gelman, MD

Anesthesiologist

New City, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gelman, Anesthesiologist in New City, NY?

    Dr. Benjamin Gelman, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New City, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gelman graduated from Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Gelman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelman’s office at (718) 239-8383.

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

    • Medical School: Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gelman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gelman typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gelman 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. Gelman. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gelman typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Gelman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gelman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gelman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 239-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gelman accept in New City, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Gelman's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Gelman's Primary Practice

    500 New Hempstead Rd

    New City, NY 10956

    (718) 239-8383

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    Fl 3

    1650 Grand Concourse Fl 5

    Bronx, NY 10457

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gelman affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gelman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Gelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184898561.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelman?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Gelman's specialty?

    Dr. Gelman is an Anesthesiologist near New City, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Gelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gelman is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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. Benjamin Gelman accepting new patients in New City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Gelman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Gelman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelman's office at (718) 239-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Gelman?

    Please contact Dr. Gelman's office at (718) 239-8383 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gelman's office located?

    Dr. Gelman's offices are located in New City, NY and Bronx, NY.