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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garner, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Bruce Garner, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garner graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology; Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garner is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garner’s office at (929) 455-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garner?
Dr. Bruce Garner, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amyloidosis/Joint Disease, Gout/Pseudogout, Lupus/SLE, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Garner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Garner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology; Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Luth Mc | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Garner board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Garner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garner speak?
Dr. Garner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Garner treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner. 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.
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
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X1: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, with tophus (tophi)
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Not Following Medical Treatment (Unspecified Reason)
- Treatment non-adherence
- Medical regimen noncompliance
- Failure to follow medical advice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91199: Patient's noncompliance with other medical treatment and regimen due to unspecified reason
Also known as:
- History of Other Musculoskeletal or Connective Tissue Disease
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Past Bone Disease
- Previous Muscle Disorder
- History of Joint Problems
- Connective Tissue Disease History
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8739: Personal history of other diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Garner perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Garner may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garner's office.
Does Dr. Garner accept my insurance?
Dr. Garner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (929) 455-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garner accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Garner in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garner's office located?
What is Dr. Garner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245337757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garner
What is Dr. Bruce Garner's specialty?
Dr. Garner is a Rheumatologist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Garner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce Garner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garner is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Bruce Garner accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Garner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Garner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (929) 455-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Garner?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (929) 455-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Garner have?
Dr. Bruce Garner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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