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Dr. Alexander Rips, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Brooklyn, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rips, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Alexander Rips, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Rips completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rips is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rips’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rips’s office at (718) 787-0387.

    Where did Dr. Rips go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale University Hospital Med Center

    • Medical School: Azerbaijan State Medical University

    Is Dr. Rips board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Rips, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Rips speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rips 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. Rips. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Bleeding in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye bleeding
    • Blood in the vitreous
    • Ocular hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
    • H4312: Vitreous hemorrhage, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment with Single Break
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Detached Retina with One Tear
    • Single Break Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33011: Retinal detachment with single break, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Macular Hole
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Hole
    • Foveal Hole
    • Macular Cyst
    • Macular Pseudohole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
    • H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Rips may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rips accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rips accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 787-0387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rips accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Rips 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

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rips' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Rips' Primary Practice

    2269 Ocean Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

    (718) 787-0387

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    Dr. Alexander Rips' Practice 2

    1301 Avenue J

    Brooklyn, NY 11230

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

    Dr. Rips's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316039084.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rips?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Rips's specialty?

    Dr. Rips is an Anesthesiologist near Brooklyn, 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. Alexander Rips affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rips 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Alexander Rips accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Rips is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Rips offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rips' office at (718) 787-0387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Rips?

    Please contact Dr. Rips' office at (718) 787-0387 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rips' office located?

    Dr. Rips' office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Rips have?

    Dr. Alexander Rips is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.