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Dr. Boris Itskovich, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Itskovich, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Boris Itskovich, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Itskovich graduated from BLAGOVESCENSKIJ MEDICAL INST and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Itskovich is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Itskovich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Itskovich’s office at (718) 373-0777.

    Where did Dr. Itskovich go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Med Center | Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Uzgorod State University Med Faculty Uzgorod Ukraine | BLAGOVESCENSKIJ MEDICAL INST

    Is Dr. Itskovich board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Boris Itskovich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Itskovich speak?

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

    • English

    • Hungarian

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Itskovich typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Itskovich 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. Itskovich. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sweating
    • Sweat
    • Hyperhidrosis
    • Profuse Sweating
    • Overactive Sweat Glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R61: Generalized hyperhidrosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Itskovich typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Itskovich 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. Itskovich. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Incisional Skin Biopsy
    • Wedge Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11106: Incisional biopsy of skin (eg, wedge) (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Itskovich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Itskovich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 373-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Itskovich in Brooklyn, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Itskovich's office located?

    Dr. Boris Itskovich's Primary Practice

    2993 Ocean Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

    (718) 373-0777

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

    Dr. Itskovich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235197252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Itskovich?

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

    What is Dr. Boris Itskovich's specialty?

    Dr. Itskovich is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Boris Itskovich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Itskovich is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Atlantic Health Centrastate 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

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    Is Boris Itskovich accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Boris Itskovich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Boris Itskovich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Itskovich's office at (718) 373-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Boris Itskovich?

    Please contact Dr. Itskovich's office at (718) 373-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Boris Itskovich have?

    Dr. Boris Itskovich is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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