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Dr. David Cherkas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Elmhurst, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cherkas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. David Cherkas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cherkas graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Cherkas is fluent in English, Sinhala; Sinhalese, Spanish, Swahili, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherkas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherkas’s office at (718) 334-3050.

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

    • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    What languages does Dr. Cherkas speak?

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

    • English
    • Sinhala; Sinhalese
    • Spanish
    • Swahili
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cherkas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cherkas 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. Cherkas. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cherkas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Cherkas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cherkas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cherkas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 334-3050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cherkas accept in Elmhurst, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Cherkas' office located?

    Dr. David Cherkas' Primary Practice

    7901 Broadway

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 334-3050

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    Dr. David Cherkas' Practice 2

    8268 164th St

    Jamaica, NY 11432

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

    Dr. Cherkas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184737256.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherkas?

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

    What is Dr. David Cherkas's specialty?

    Dr. Cherkas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elmhurst, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. David Cherkas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cherkas is affiliated with Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an 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 Dr. David Cherkas accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Cherkas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Cherkas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cherkas' office at (718) 334-3050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Cherkas?

    Please contact Dr. Cherkas' office at (718) 334-3050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cherkas' office located?

    Dr. Cherkas' offices are located in Elmhurst, NY and Jamaica, NY.