15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zackai, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Sheemon Zackai, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Zackai is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zackai’s office at (212) 746-0308.
Is Dr. Zackai board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sheemon Zackai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zackai speak?
Dr. Zackai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zackai typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zackai 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. Zackai. 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:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Cerebral Vascular Malformations
- Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
- Brain Blood Vessel Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zackai typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheemon Zackai may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Zackai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zackai accept my insurance?
Dr. Zackai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-0308 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zackai accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Zackai in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zackai's office located?
What is Dr. Zackai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zackai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730349747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zackai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zackai
What is Dr. Sheemon Zackai's specialty?
Dr. Zackai is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Sheemon Zackai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zackai is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care 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 Sheemon Zackai accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sheemon Zackai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheemon Zackai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zackai's office at (212) 746-0308 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheemon Zackai?
Please contact Dr. Zackai's office at (212) 746-0308 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sheemon Zackai have?
Dr. Sheemon Zackai is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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