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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Volfinzon, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Leonid Volfinzon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Volfinzon graduated from Riga Medical College and completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Volfinzon is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Volfinzon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Volfinzon’s office.
Where did Dr. Volfinzon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus)/Brooklyn Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Latvian Med Academy, Riga, Latvia (Fn: -) | Riga Medical College | Avicina Medical Academy
Is Dr. Volfinzon board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Leonid Volfinzon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Volfinzon speak?
Dr. Volfinzon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Volfinzon typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Volfinzon 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. Volfinzon. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Hypothyroidism
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Volfinzon typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Leonid Volfinzon may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Volfinzon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Volfinzon accept my insurance?
Dr. Volfinzon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Volfinzon accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Volfinzon in Brooklyn, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elderserve Health
H & R Block
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Volfinzon's office located?
What is Dr. Volfinzon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Volfinzon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952403933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Volfinzon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Volfinzon
What is Dr. Leonid Volfinzon's specialty?
Dr. Volfinzon is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Leonid Volfinzon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Volfinzon is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital – Brooklyn 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 Leonid Volfinzon accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Leonid Volfinzon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonid Volfinzon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Volfinzon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonid Volfinzon?
Please contact Dr. Volfinzon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonid Volfinzon have?
Dr. Leonid Volfinzon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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