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Dr. Howard Slomko, DO

Pediatrician

Hempstead, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Slomko, Pediatrician in Hempstead, NY?

    Dr. Howard Slomko, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hempstead, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Slomko is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slomko’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slomko’s office at (516) 292-1034.

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

    • Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Slomko speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Slomko typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Slomko 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. Slomko. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Slomko typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Slomko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Slomko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Slomko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 292-1034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Slomko accept in Hempstead, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Slomko's office located?

    Dr. Howard Slomko's Primary Practice

    175 Fulton Ave Ste 100

    Hempstead, NY 11550

    (516) 292-1034

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    Dr. Howard Slomko's Practice 2

    85 W Burnside Ave

    Bronx, NY 10453

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

    Dr. Slomko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124286943.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slomko?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Slomko's specialty?

    Dr. Slomko is a Pediatrician near Hempstead, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Howard Slomko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Slomko is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Howard Slomko accepting new patients in Hempstead, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Slomko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Slomko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Slomko's office at (516) 292-1034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Slomko?

    Please contact Dr. Slomko's office at (516) 292-1034 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Slomko's office located?

    Dr. Slomko's offices are located in Hempstead, NY and Bronx, NY.