
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safdieh, Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Joseph Safdieh, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Safdieh completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hospital. Dr. Safdieh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safdieh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safdieh’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Safdieh?
Dr. Joseph Safdieh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Safdieh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Balance Disorders, Dizziness/Vertigo, Headache, Migraine, Pain-Back & Neck, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Safdieh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Safdieh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hospital | Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
Is Dr. Safdieh board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Safdieh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Safdieh speak?
Dr. Safdieh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Safdieh typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Safdieh 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. Safdieh. 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:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
- Common migraine
- Pulsating headache
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43019: Migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43119: Migraine with aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Safdieh typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Safdieh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Safdieh. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Safdieh accept my insurance?
Dr. Safdieh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safdieh accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Safdieh in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Safdieh's office located?
Weill Cornell Neurology
520 East 70th Street
Starr Pavilion, Floor 6, Suite 607
New York, NY 10021
What is Dr. Safdieh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safdieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750334389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safdieh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safdieh
What is Dr. Joseph Safdieh's specialty?
Dr. Safdieh is a Specialist near New York, NY.
Is this Dr. Joseph Safdieh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safdieh is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical 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
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Is Joseph Safdieh accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Safdieh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Safdieh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safdieh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Safdieh?
Please contact Dr. Safdieh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Safdieh have?
Dr. Joseph Safdieh is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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