43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zimmerman, Gastroenterologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Where did Dr. Zimmerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center | State University of NY Health Sci Ctr/Brooklyn
Medical School: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
Is Dr. Zimmerman board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Zimmerman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zimmerman speak?
Dr. Zimmerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Yiddish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zimmerman typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zimmerman typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zimmerman 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. Zimmerman. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Does Dr. Zimmerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Zimmerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 352-0022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zimmerman accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Zimmerman 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
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zimmerman's office located?
Dr. Howard Zimmerman's Primary Practice
3003 New Hyde Park Rd Ste 306
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
(516) 352-0022
What hospitals are Dr. Zimmerman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Zimmerman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Zimmerman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144339367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zimmerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zimmerman