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Who is Dr. Alperin, Pediatric Rheumatologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Risa Alperin, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alperin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alperin’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alperin’s office at (313) 343-1000.
Is Dr. Alperin board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Risa Alperin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Alperin speak?
Dr. Alperin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alperin treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Alperin 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. Alperin. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M08861: Other juvenile arthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Other Lupus Condition
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Polymyositis
- Muscle Inflammation
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3390: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified, organ involvement unspecified
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Periodic Fever Syndrome
- Autoinflammatory Fever Syndromes
- Recurrent Fever Syndromes
- Hereditary Fever Syndromes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M041: Periodic fever syndromes
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Relapsing Fever
- Bacterial Infection
- Recurrent fever
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne relapsing fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- A689: Relapsing fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Childhood psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis arthritis in kids
- Pediatric psoriatic joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4054: Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Alperin perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Risa Alperin may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alperin's office.
Does Dr. Alperin accept my insurance?
Dr. Alperin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 343-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alperin accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Alperin in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
City of Beaumont (TX)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica
Midlands Choice (NE)
Molina
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alperin's office located?
What is Dr. Alperin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alperin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063672095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alperin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alperin
What is Dr. Risa Alperin's specialty?
Dr. Alperin is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near New York, NY. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Alperin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Risa Alperin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alperin is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, NE, Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Rheumatologist?
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Is Risa Alperin accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Risa Alperin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Risa Alperin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alperin's office at (313) 343-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Risa Alperin?
Please contact Dr. Alperin's office at (313) 343-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Risa Alperin have?
Dr. Risa Alperin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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