Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abella, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Long Island City, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abella?
Dr. Benjamin Abella, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Emergency Medicine Specialist 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. Abella empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Long Island City, NY community, Dr. Abella is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Abella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Chicago Medical Center
Residency: University Of Chicago Hosps | University of Chicago Medical Center | University of Chicago Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Abella board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Abella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Abella speak?
Dr. Abella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abella typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abella 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. Abella. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abella typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Abella may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Abella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abella accept my insurance?
Dr. Abella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abella accept in Long Island City, NY?
Dr. Abella in Long Island City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Abella's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Abella affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Abella has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Scientific Advisory Board member of HeartSine Technologies
Member of American College of Emergency Physicians
Member of American Medical Association
Member of American Thoracic Society
Member of NIH-NHLBI , R18 program study section ad hoc member
Medical Advisory Board member of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association
What is Dr. Abella's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568560746.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abella