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Dr. Catherine Hicks, MD

New York, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hicks, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Catherine Hicks, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Hicks graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics. Dr. Hicks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hicks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hicks’s office at (212) 746-3300.

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

    • Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Hicks board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Hicks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Hicks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hicks typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Hicks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hicks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hicks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hicks 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)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hicks' office located?

    Pediatric Emergency Department

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 746-3300

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

    Dr. Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831356641.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hicks?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Hicks's specialty?

    Dr. Hicks is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, 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. Catherine Hicks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hicks is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai West 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

    When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Catherine Hicks accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Hicks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Hicks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (212) 746-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Catherine Hicks?

    Please contact Dr. Hicks's office at (212) 746-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Hicks have?

    Dr. Catherine Hicks is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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