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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ament, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Joseph Ament, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Ament graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Neoplastic Diseases; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ament is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ament’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ament’s office at (212) 410-6200.
Where did Dr. Ament go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Neoplastic Diseases; Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Ament board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ament, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ament speak?
Dr. Ament and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ament typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ament 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. Ament. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ament typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Ament may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Ament's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ament accept my insurance?
Dr. Ament accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 410-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ament accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Ament in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ament's office located?
What is Dr. Ament's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ament's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740212166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ament?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ament
What is Dr. Joseph Ament's specialty?
Dr. Ament is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Joseph Ament affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ament is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Ament accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ament is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Ament offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ament's office at (212) 410-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ament?
Please contact Dr. Ament's office at (212) 410-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Ament have?
Dr. Joseph Ament is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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