Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Leonard Berkowitz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Kings County Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (718) 250-6559.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Berkowitz?
Dr. Leonard Berkowitz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Berkowitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Berkowitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Berkowitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kings County Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Berkowitz board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Berkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?
Dr. Berkowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Berkowitz treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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.
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- High-Risk Sexual Behavior
- Unsafe sex practices
- Risky sexual activity
- Sexual health risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7252: High risk homosexual behavior
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
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
Which procedures does Dr. Berkowitz perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leonard Berkowitz may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office.
Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Berkowitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-6559 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berkowitz accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Berkowitz 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
HIPPO
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?
Dr. Leonard Berkowitz's Primary Practice
121 DeKalb Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 250-6559
What is Dr. Berkowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265534564.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berkowitz
What is Dr. Leonard Berkowitz's specialty?
Dr. Berkowitz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Berkowitz to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Leonard Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berkowitz is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Leonard Berkowitz accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonard Berkowitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (718) 250-6559 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonard Berkowitz?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (718) 250-6559 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonard Berkowitz have?
Dr. Leonard Berkowitz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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