Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mathai, Hospitalist in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. Melvin Mathai is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mathai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mathai’s office at (516) 632-3000.
What languages does Dr. Mathai speak?
Dr. Mathai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mathai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mathai 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. Mathai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with 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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mathai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Melvin Mathai may include:
Please contact Dr. Mathai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mathai accept my insurance?
Dr. Mathai 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. Mathai accept in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. Mathai in Oceanside, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mathai's office located?
What is Dr. Mathai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mathai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982284220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mathai
What is Dr. Melvin Mathai's specialty?
Dr. Mathai is a Hospitalist near Oceanside, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Melvin Mathai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mathai is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau, Jamaica Hospital Medical 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Melvin Mathai accepting new patients in Oceanside, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Mathai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Mathai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mathai's office at (516) 632-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Mathai?
Please contact Dr. Mathai's office at (516) 632-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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