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Dr. Alex Woods, MD

Hospitalist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Woods, Hospitalist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Alex Woods, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Woods is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Woods’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Woods’s office at (212) 263-5506.

    What languages does Dr. Woods speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Woods typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Woods 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. Woods. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Woods typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Woods may include:

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

    Does Dr. Woods accept my insurance?

    Dr. Woods accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Woods accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • H & R Block

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Woods' office located?

    Dr. Alex Woods' Primary Practice

    150 55th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (212) 263-5506

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    Dr. Alex Woods' Practice 2

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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

    Dr. Woods's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255996682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woods?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Woods's specialty?

    Dr. Woods is a Hospitalist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Alex Woods affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Woods 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. Alex Woods accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Woods is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Woods offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Woods' office at (212) 263-5506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Woods?

    Please contact Dr. Woods' office at (212) 263-5506 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Woods' office located?

    Dr. Woods' offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.