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Dr. Larry Shemen, MD

Dr. Larry Shemen, MD

New York, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shemen, Otolaryngologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Shemen graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Shemen is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shemen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shemen’s office at (212) 472-8882.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shemen?

    Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Shemen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Parathyroid Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Sleep Disorders/Apnea/Snoring, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Shemen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shemen board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Shemen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Shemen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Shemen treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shemen 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. Shemen. 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:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Frontal Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Chronic forehead sinus infection
    • Persistent frontal sinus inflammation
    • Frontal rhinosinusitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J321: Chronic frontal sinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve hearing loss
    • Inner ear hearing loss
    • Permanent hearing loss
    • SNHL
    • Combined Hearing Loss
    • Conductive and Nerve Hearing Loss
    • Mixed Type Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H905: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
    • H906: Mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted Earwax
    • Excessive Earwax
    • Earwax Impaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6120: Impacted cerumen, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Ringing in Both Ears
    • Ringing in Ears
    • Tinnitus
    • Bilateral Tinnitus
    • Head Noise Both Sides
    • Ear Ringing
    • Head Noise

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
    • H9319: Tinnitus, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Noise-Induced Inner Ear Damage
    • Ear Disorder
    • Noise
    • Noise trauma to inner ear
    • Acoustic trauma
    • Hearing damage from loud noise

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H833X9: Noise effects on inner ear, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
    • Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Central Vertigo
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Brain-Related Vertigo
    • Neurological Vertigo
    • Brainstem Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H814: Vertigo of central origin

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Facial Pain
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Persistent Idiopathic Facial Pain
    • Chronic Facial Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G501: Atypical facial pain

    Does Dr. Shemen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shemen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 472-8882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shemen 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shemen's office located?

    Dr. Larry Shemen's Primary Practice

    233 E 69th St Ste 1D

    New York, NY 10021

    (212) 472-8882

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    Dr. Larry Shemen's Practice 2

    10721 Queens Blvd Ste 3

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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

    Dr. Shemen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699878736.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shemen?

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

    What is Dr. Larry Shemen's specialty?

    Dr. Shemen is a Otolaryngologist near New York, NY. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Shemen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Larry Shemen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shemen is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, Lenox Hill Hospital 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

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    Is Larry Shemen accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Larry Shemen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Larry Shemen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shemen's office at (212) 472-8882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Larry Shemen?

    Please contact Dr. Shemen's office at (212) 472-8882 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Shemen have?

    Dr. Larry Shemen is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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