26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Factor, Infectious Disease Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Stephanie Factor, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Factor completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is a member of the APHA IDSA Sigma Xi. Dr. Factor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Factor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Factor’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Factor?
Dr. Stephanie Factor, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist 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. Factor empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Factor is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Factor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Infectious Disease, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Columbia University Medical Center
Is Dr. Factor board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Factor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1999, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Factor speak?
Dr. Factor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Factor typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Factor 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. Factor. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- PrEP for HIV
- HIV Prevention Medication
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Factor typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Factor may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Factor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Factor accept my insurance?
Dr. Factor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Factor accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Factor in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Factor's office located?
Annenberg B-1 Mt Sinai Hosp Jack Martin Fund Clini
1468 Madison Ave # B-1
New York, NY 10029
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
APHA IDSA Sigma Xi
Member
Awards
Inductee, Alpha Omega Alpha
Graduate School Faculty Teaching Award, Graduate School at the Icahn
Junior Faculty Award, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Inductee, Delta Omega
What is Dr. Factor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Factor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225045958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Factor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Factor
What is Dr. Stephanie Factor's specialty?
Dr. Factor is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New York, NY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Stephanie Factor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Factor is affiliated with Emory University 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Stephanie Factor accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Factor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Factor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Factor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Factor?
Please contact Dr. Factor's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephanie Factor have?
Dr. Stephanie Factor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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