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Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blumenkrantz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Blumenkrantz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blumenkrantz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blumenkrantz’s office at (718) 579-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Blumenkrantz speak?

    Dr. Blumenkrantz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blumenkrantz typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Blumenkrantz 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. Blumenkrantz. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Blumenkrantz typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Blumenkrantz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Blumenkrantz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blumenkrantz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 579-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blumenkrantz accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Blumenkrantz in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blumenkrantz's office located?

    Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz's Primary Practice

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (718) 579-5000

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    Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz's Practice 2

    234 E 149th St

    Bronx, NY 10451

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    What is Dr. Blumenkrantz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Blumenkrantz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255912713.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blumenkrantz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blumenkrantz

    What is Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz's specialty?

    Dr. Blumenkrantz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blumenkrantz is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai West, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Hospital For Special Surgery, Mount Sinai Queens, Musc Health University 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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 Zev Blumenkrantz accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zev Blumenkrantz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blumenkrantz's office at (718) 579-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zev Blumenkrantz?

    Please contact Dr. Blumenkrantz's office at (718) 579-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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