
36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lazarus, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Herbert Lazarus, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Lazarus graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Pediatric Rheumatology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics. Dr. Lazarus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lazarus’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazarus’s office at (212) 323-2430.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lazarus?
Dr. Herbert Lazarus, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent 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. Lazarus empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Juvenile Arthritis, Lupus/SLE, Lyme Disease, Pain-Musculoskeletal, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Lazarus is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lazarus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, Pediatric Rheumatology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Pediatrics | New York University; New York, Ny | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Lazarus board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Lazarus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lazarus speak?
Dr. Lazarus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lazarus typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lazarus 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. Lazarus. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Selective Mutism
- Child Mental Health
- Childhood selective mutism
- Situational mutism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F940: Selective mutism
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lazarus typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Herbert Lazarus may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Lazarus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lazarus accept my insurance?
Dr. Lazarus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 323-2430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lazarus accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lazarus in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lazarus' office located?
Dr. Herbert Lazarus' Primary Practice
462 1st Ave Frnt 1
New York, NY 10016
(212) 323-2430
What hospitals are Dr. Lazarus affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lazarus has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lazarus's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lazarus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730288416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazarus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazarus
What is Dr. Herbert Lazarus's specialty?
Dr. Lazarus is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
Is Dr. Herbert Lazarus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lazarus 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
When to see an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Herbert Lazarus accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Lazarus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herbert Lazarus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lazarus' office at (212) 323-2430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Herbert Lazarus?
Please contact Dr. Lazarus' office at (212) 323-2430 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lazarus' office located?
Dr. Lazarus' offices are located in New York, NY and Scarsdale, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Lazarus have?
Dr. Herbert Lazarus is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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