Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portnoy, Otolaryngologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Joel Portnoy, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Portnoy graduated from SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse and completed his residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Portnoy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portnoy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portnoy’s office at (516) 775-2800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Portnoy?
Dr. Joel Portnoy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Portnoy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Voice & Swallowing Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Hyde Park, NY community, Dr. Portnoy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Portnoy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Drexel University College of Medicine,Philadelphia, Pa, United States
Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University
Medical School: SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse
What languages does Dr. Portnoy speak?
Dr. Portnoy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Portnoy typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Portnoy 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. Portnoy. 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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Portnoy typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Portnoy 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. Portnoy. 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:
- Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
- Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
- Vocal Cord Exam
- Throat Scope with Strobe Light
- Voice Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
- Laryngeal Botox Injection
- Voice Box Chemodenervation
- Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed
Does Dr. Portnoy accept my insurance?
Dr. Portnoy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 775-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portnoy accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Portnoy 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Portnoy's office located?
Dr. Joel Portnoy's Primary Practice
6 Ohio Dr Ste 202
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
(516) 775-2800
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 115 reviews
Office Experience
97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
76% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Joel Portnoy an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Portnoy has been rated and reviewed by 115 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Portnoy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Portnoy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portnoy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083878102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portnoy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portnoy
What is Dr. Joel Portnoy's specialty?
Dr. Portnoy is a Otolaryngologist near New Hyde Park, NY.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Joel Portnoy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portnoy is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital, St. Francis Hospital & Heart 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
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Is Joel Portnoy accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joel Portnoy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Portnoy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portnoy's office at (516) 775-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Portnoy?
Please contact Dr. Portnoy's office at (516) 775-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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