22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asters, Rheumatologist in Astoria, NY?
Where did Dr. Asters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Med College | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Asters speak?
Dr. Asters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Asters typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Asters 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. Asters. 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:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Right Elbow Joint
- Arthritis
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Right Elbow Arthritis
- Inflamed Right Elbow Joint
- Localized Right Elbow Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M13121: Monoarthritis, not elsewhere classified, right elbow
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Asters typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Asters 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. Asters. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Asters accept my insurance?
Dr. Asters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-5486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asters accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Asters in Astoria, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Asters' office located?
Dr. Dimitrios Asters' Primary Practice
4401 Newtown Rd Ste A
Astoria, NY 11103
(718) 670-5486
What hospitals are Dr. Asters affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Asters has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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What is Dr. Asters's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497789622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asters?
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