32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fafalak, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Robert Fafalak, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Fafalak is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fafalak’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fafalak’s office at (212) 533-2760.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fafalak?
Dr. Robert Fafalak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist 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. Fafalak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, Rheumatology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Fafalak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fafalak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College; New York
Is Dr. Fafalak board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Fafalak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fafalak speak?
Dr. Fafalak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Fafalak typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Fafalak 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. Fafalak. 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Fafalak typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Fafalak 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. Fafalak. 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:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
- Rib Nerve Block
- Chest Wall Nerve Injection
- Intercostal Pain Injection
- Thoracic Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Fafalak accept my insurance?
Dr. Fafalak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 533-2760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fafalak accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Fafalak in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Fafalak?
Dr. Fafalak has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Fafalak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fafalak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982683041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fafalak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fafalak
What is Dr. Robert Fafalak's specialty?
Dr. Fafalak is a Rheumatologist near New York, NY.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Robert Fafalak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fafalak is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
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Is Robert Fafalak accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Fafalak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Fafalak offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fafalak, or call (212) 533-2760 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Fafalak?
Yes, Dr. Fafalak offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Fafalak, or call (212) 533-2760 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Fafalak have?
Dr. Robert Fafalak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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