Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Positano, Podiatrist in New York, NY?
Dr. Rock Positano is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Positano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Positano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Positano’s office at (212) 606-1858.
Where did Dr. Positano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine
What languages does Dr. Positano speak?
Dr. Positano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Positano typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Positano 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. Positano. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Ache
- Foot Discomfort
- Sore Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
- M25579: Pain in unspecified ankle and joints of unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Tendon Rupture
- Sprains and Strains
- Tendon Tear
- Torn Tendon
- Spontaneous Tendon Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- M669: Spontaneous rupture of unspecified tendon
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03039: Cellulitis of unspecified toe
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Positano typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Rock Positano may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
Please contact Dr. Positano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Positano accept my insurance?
Dr. Positano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 606-1858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Positano accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Positano in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Positano's office located?
Dr. Rock Positano's Primary Practice
519 E 72nd St Ste 201
New York, NY 10021
(212) 606-1858
What is Dr. Positano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Positano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669552154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Positano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Positano
What is Dr. Rock Positano's specialty?
Dr. Positano is a Podiatrist near New York, NY.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Rock Positano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Positano is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Podiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Rock Positano accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rock Positano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rock Positano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Positano's office at (212) 606-1858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rock Positano?
Please contact Dr. Positano's office at (212) 606-1858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>