Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Hematologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Clifton Lee is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lee graduated from State Univ of NY at Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (845) 561-6100.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UMDNJ / Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Medical School: State Univ of NY at Stony Brook School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lee board certified as a Hematologist?
Yes, Dr. Clifton Lee is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Lee performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lee. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 561-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Lee in New Hyde Park, 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013171933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Clifton Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Hematologist near New Hyde Park, NY.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Clifton Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University 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 Clifton Lee accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Clifton Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clifton Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (845) 561-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clifton Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (845) 561-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Clifton Lee have?
Dr. Clifton Lee is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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