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Who is Dr. Lipschitz, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lipschitz?
Dr. Robin Lipschitz, 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. Lipschitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lupus/SLE, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Lipschitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lipschitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
What languages does Dr. Lipschitz speak?
Dr. Lipschitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lipschitz typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Lipschitz 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. Lipschitz. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lipschitz typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Lipschitz 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. Lipschitz. 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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Lipschitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lipschitz 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. Lipschitz accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lipschitz in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Promedica Health Systems
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lipschitz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lipschitz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lipschitz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lipschitz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lipschitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891894655.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lipschitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lipschitz