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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Gabriel Colon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Colon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon’s office at (860) 709-1872.
What languages does Dr. Colon speak?
Dr. Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colon typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colon 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. Colon. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gabriel Colon may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Colon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colon accept my insurance?
Dr. Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 709-1872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colon accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Colon 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Colon's office located?
Dr. Gabriel Colon's Primary Practice
1111 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10025
(860) 709-1872
What is Dr. Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609526136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon
What is Dr. Gabriel Colon's specialty?
Dr. Colon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Gabriel Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colon is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Queens, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gabriel Colon accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriel Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (860) 709-1872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriel Colon?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (860) 709-1872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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