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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kupferstein, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Norman Kupferstein, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Kupferstein graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Kupferstein is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kupferstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kupferstein’s office at (718) 236-7707.
Where did Dr. Kupferstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kupferstein speak?
Dr. Kupferstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Yiddish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kupferstein typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kupferstein 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. Kupferstein. 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:
- Coronary Angioplasty History
- Angioplasty
- Heart Angioplasty
- Coronary Artery Angioplasty
- Had Heart Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Heart Valve Replacement
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Heart Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Artificial Heart Valve
- Valve Prosthesis
- Heart Valve Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z954: Presence of other heart-valve replacement
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Having an Animal Tissue Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Bioprosthetic heart valve
- Tissue heart valve
- Animal valve implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z953: Presence of xenogenic heart valve
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kupferstein typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Norman Kupferstein may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Kupferstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kupferstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Kupferstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 236-7707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kupferstein accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kupferstein in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicaid
Medicare
New York Life Insurance Company
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kupferstein's office located?
Dr. Norman Kupferstein's Primary Practice
5327 18th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 236-7707
What is Dr. Kupferstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kupferstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912006081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kupferstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kupferstein
What is Dr. Norman Kupferstein's specialty?
Dr. Kupferstein is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Norman Kupferstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kupferstein is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Norman Kupferstein accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Norman Kupferstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norman Kupferstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kupferstein's office at (718) 236-7707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norman Kupferstein?
Please contact Dr. Kupferstein's office at (718) 236-7707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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