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Dr. Samantha Destefano, DO

Anesthesiologist

Oceanside, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Destefano, Anesthesiologist in Oceanside, NY?

    Dr. Samantha Destefano, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Destefano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Destefano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Destefano’s office at (516) 632-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Destefano speak?

    Dr. Destefano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Destefano typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Destefano 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. Destefano. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Destefano typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samantha Destefano may include:

    Please contact Dr. Destefano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Destefano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Destefano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 632-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Destefano accept in Oceanside, NY?

    Dr. Destefano in Oceanside, 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)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Destefano's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Destefano's Primary Practice

    1 Healthy Way

    Oceanside, NY 11572

    (516) 632-3000

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    Dr. Samantha Destefano's Practice 2

    100 Woods Rd

    Valhalla, NY 10595

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    Dr. Samantha Destefano's Practice 3

    1000 N Village Ave

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

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    What is Dr. Destefano's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Destefano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760943724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Destefano?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Destefano

    What is Dr. Samantha Destefano's specialty?

    Dr. Destefano is an Anesthesiologist near Oceanside, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Samantha Destefano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Destefano is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Samantha Destefano accepting new patients in Oceanside, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Destefano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Destefano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (516) 632-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samantha Destefano?

    Please contact Dr. Destefano's office at (516) 632-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Destefano's office located?

    Dr. Destefano's offices are located in Oceanside, NY, Valhalla, NY, and Rockville Centre, NY.