Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sotsky, Infectious Disease Specialist in Ridgewood, NJ?
Dr. Carol Sotsky, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ. Dr. Sotsky graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Sotsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sotsky’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sotsky’s office at (201) 447-6468.
Where did Dr. Sotsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Sotsky speak?
Dr. Sotsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sotsky typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sotsky 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. Sotsky. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
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:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sotsky typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sotsky 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. Sotsky. 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:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Sotsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Sotsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 447-6468 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sotsky accept in Ridgewood, NJ?
Dr. Sotsky in Ridgewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sotsky's office located?
Dr. Carol Sotsky's Primary Practice
947 Linwood Ave Ste 2E
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 447-6468
What is Dr. Sotsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sotsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710966064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sotsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sotsky
What is Dr. Carol Sotsky's specialty?
Dr. Sotsky is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Ridgewood, NJ.
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. Carol Sotsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sotsky is affiliated with The Valley 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
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Is Carol Sotsky accepting new patients in Ridgewood, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Carol Sotsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Sotsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sotsky's office at (201) 447-6468 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Sotsky?
Please contact Dr. Sotsky's office at (201) 447-6468 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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