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Dr. Efime Popovitz, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Popovitz, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Efime Popovitz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Popovitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Popovitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Popovitz’s office at (212) 263-6864.

    What languages does Dr. Popovitz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Popovitz typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Popovitz 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. Popovitz. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Popovitz typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Popovitz 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. Popovitz. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Does Dr. Popovitz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Popovitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-6864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Popovitz accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Popovitz 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)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Popovitz's office located?

    Dr. Efime Popovitz's Primary Practice

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 263-6864

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    Department Of Anesthesiology

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

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    Dr. Efime Popovitz's Practice 3

    67 W 55th St # 205

    New York, NY 10019

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Efime Popovitz?

    Dr. Popovitz has appointments available at his New York, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Popovitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558924191.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Popovitz?

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

    What is Dr. Efime Popovitz's specialty?

    Dr. Popovitz is an Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Efime Popovitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Popovitz is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Efime Popovitz accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Efime Popovitz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Efime Popovitz offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Popovitz, or call (212) 263-6864 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Efime Popovitz?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Popovitz, or call (212) 263-6864 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Popovitz's office located?

    Dr. Popovitz's offices are located in New York, NY and New Haven, CT.