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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tsukerman, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Boris Tsukerman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tsukerman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsukerman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsukerman’s office at (718) 376-1004.
Where did Dr. Tsukerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Vinnica Medical University
Is Dr. Tsukerman board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Boris Tsukerman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tsukerman speak?
Dr. Tsukerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Tsukerman treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Tsukerman 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. Tsukerman. 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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
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:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Which procedures does Dr. Tsukerman perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Boris Tsukerman 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tsukerman's office.
Does Dr. Tsukerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsukerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 376-1004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsukerman accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Tsukerman in Brooklyn, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tsukerman's office located?
What is Dr. Tsukerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsukerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942463849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsukerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsukerman
What is Dr. Boris Tsukerman's specialty?
Dr. Tsukerman is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Tsukerman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Boris Tsukerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tsukerman is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
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Is Boris Tsukerman accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Boris Tsukerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Boris Tsukerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsukerman's office at (718) 376-1004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Boris Tsukerman?
Please contact Dr. Tsukerman's office at (718) 376-1004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Boris Tsukerman have?
Dr. Boris Tsukerman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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