33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nfonoyim, Critical Care Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Jay Nfonoyim, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Nfonoyim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nfonoyim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nfonoyim’s office at (718) 818-1234.
Where did Dr. Nfonoyim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
Is Dr. Nfonoyim board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jay Nfonoyim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nfonoyim speak?
Dr. Nfonoyim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nfonoyim typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Nfonoyim 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. Nfonoyim. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Nfonoyim typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Nfonoyim 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. Nfonoyim. 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:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Nfonoyim accept my insurance?
Dr. Nfonoyim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 818-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nfonoyim accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Nfonoyim in Staten Island, 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
Amida Care
Cigna Group
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Nfonoyim's office located?
What is Dr. Nfonoyim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nfonoyim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386756906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nfonoyim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nfonoyim
What is Dr. Jay Nfonoyim's specialty?
Dr. Nfonoyim is a Critical Care Internist near Staten Island, NY.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Jay Nfonoyim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nfonoyim is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jay Nfonoyim accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jay Nfonoyim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Nfonoyim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nfonoyim's office at (718) 818-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Nfonoyim?
Please contact Dr. Nfonoyim's office at (718) 818-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Nfonoyim have?
Dr. Jay Nfonoyim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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