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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Finestone, Nuclear Radiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Howard Finestone, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Finestone completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Diagnostic Radiology; Long Island Coll Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Finestone is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finestone’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finestone’s office at (718) 283-7101.
Where did Dr. Finestone go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Diagnostic Radiology; Long Island Coll Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Beth Israel Med Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Finestone board certified as a Nuclear Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Finestone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Finestone speak?
Dr. Finestone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Finestone typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Finestone 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. Finestone. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Finestone typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Finestone performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Finestone. 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Finestone accept my insurance?
Dr. Finestone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-7101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Finestone accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Finestone in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Finestone's office located?
What is Dr. Finestone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Finestone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235236746.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finestone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Finestone
What is Dr. Howard Finestone's specialty?
Dr. Finestone is a Nuclear Radiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Howard Finestone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Finestone is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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
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Is Howard Finestone accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Howard Finestone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Finestone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Finestone's office at (718) 283-7101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Finestone?
Please contact Dr. Finestone's office at (718) 283-7101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Finestone have?
Dr. Howard Finestone is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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