36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polofsky, Family Medicine Specialist in Amityville, NY?
Dr. Robert Polofsky is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Amityville, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Polofsky graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at St Joseph's Hospital Health Center Program. Dr. Polofsky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polofsky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polofsky’s office at (631) 598-0009.
Where did Dr. Polofsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph's Hospital Health Center Program
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Polofsky speak?
Dr. Polofsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polofsky typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polofsky 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. Polofsky. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polofsky typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Polofsky may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Polofsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polofsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Polofsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 598-0009 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polofsky accept in Amityville, NY?
Dr. Polofsky in Amityville, 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
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polofsky's office located?
What is Dr. Polofsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polofsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902830557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polofsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polofsky
What is Dr. Robert Polofsky's specialty?
Dr. Polofsky is a Family Medicine Specialist near Amityville, NY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Robert Polofsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polofsky is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Polofsky accepting new patients in Amityville, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Polofsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Polofsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polofsky's office at (631) 598-0009 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Polofsky?
Please contact Dr. Polofsky's office at (631) 598-0009 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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