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Dr. Yizhak Kupfer, MD
Brooklyn, NY
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kupfer, Critical Care Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Yizhak Kupfer, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kupfer graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kupfer is fluent in English, Hebrew, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kupfer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kupfer’s office at (718) 283-8380.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kupfer?
Dr. Yizhak Kupfer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist 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. Kupfer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Insomnia, Narcolepsy, Pulmonary Disease, Sleep & Snoring Disorders, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Kupfer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kupfer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kupfer board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Yizhak Kupfer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kupfer speak?
Dr. Kupfer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Italian
Russian
Spanish
Yiddish
What conditions does Dr. Kupfer treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kupfer 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. Kupfer. 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:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
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- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Toxic brain damage
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Which procedures does Dr. Kupfer perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yizhak Kupfer may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kupfer's office.
Does Dr. Kupfer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kupfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kupfer accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kupfer in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kupfer's office located?
What is Dr. Kupfer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kupfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568575611.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kupfer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kupfer
What is Dr. Yizhak Kupfer's specialty?
Dr. Kupfer is a Critical Care Internist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Kupfer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yizhak Kupfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kupfer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Yizhak Kupfer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yizhak Kupfer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yizhak Kupfer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kupfer's office at (718) 283-8380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yizhak Kupfer?
Please contact Dr. Kupfer's office at (718) 283-8380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yizhak Kupfer have?
Dr. Yizhak Kupfer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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