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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sastre, Family Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Jorge Sastre, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Sastre graduated from Universidad de Ciencias MÈdicas de la Habana and completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Sastre is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sastre’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sastre’s office.
Where did Dr. Sastre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Lutheran Med Center | Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana,Havana, Cuba | Universidad de Ciencias MÈdicas de la Habana
Is Dr. Sastre board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Sastre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sastre speak?
Dr. Sastre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sastre typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sastre 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. Sastre. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sastre typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Sastre may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sastre's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sastre accept my insurance?
Dr. Sastre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sastre accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sastre in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sastre's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sastre affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sastre has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Sastre's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sastre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780780742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sastre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sastre
What is Dr. Jorge Sastre's specialty?
Dr. Sastre is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, 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 Dr. Jorge Sastre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sastre is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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 Dr. Jorge Sastre accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Sastre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Sastre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sastre's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jorge Sastre?
Please contact Dr. Sastre's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Sastre's office located?
Dr. Sastre's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Sastre have?
Dr. Jorge Sastre is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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