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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vassilakis, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Athina Vassilakis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Vassilakis is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vassilakis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vassilakis’s office at (212) 932-5218.
Is Dr. Vassilakis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Athina Vassilakis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vassilakis speak?
Dr. Vassilakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vassilakis typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vassilakis 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. Vassilakis. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vassilakis typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Athina Vassilakis may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Vassilakis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vassilakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Vassilakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 932-5218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vassilakis accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Vassilakis 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)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vassilakis' office located?
What is Dr. Vassilakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vassilakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407015027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vassilakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vassilakis
What is Dr. Athina Vassilakis's specialty?
Dr. Vassilakis is a Internist near New York, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Athina Vassilakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vassilakis is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, 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
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Is Athina Vassilakis accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Athina Vassilakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athina Vassilakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vassilakis's office at (212) 932-5218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athina Vassilakis?
Please contact Dr. Vassilakis's office at (212) 932-5218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Athina Vassilakis have?
Dr. Athina Vassilakis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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