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Dr. Richard Younge, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Younge, Family Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Richard Younge, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine. Dr. Younge graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family Medicine. Dr. Younge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Younge’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Younge’s office at (866) 463-2778.

    Where did Dr. Younge go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family Medicine | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Younge board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Younge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Younge speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Younge treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Younge 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. Younge. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Third Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Need for Home Care Assistance
    • In-home care support
    • Assistance at home
    • Home health services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z742: Need for assistance at home and no other household member able to render care

    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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Younge perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Younge may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Younge's office.

    Does Dr. Younge accept my insurance?

    Dr. Younge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (866) 463-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Younge in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Younge's office located?

    Dr. Richard Younge's Primary Practice

    610 W 158th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (866) 463-2778

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

    Dr. Younge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922183052.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Younge?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Younge's specialty?

    Dr. Younge is a Family Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Younge to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Younge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Younge is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Richard Younge accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Younge is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Younge offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Younge's office at (866) 463-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Younge?

    Please contact Dr. Younge's office at (866) 463-2778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Younge have?

    Dr. Richard Younge is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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