Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor, MD
Addiction Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Bellmore, NY
Who is Dr. Alcindor, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Bellmore, NY?
Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellmore, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alcindor completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Alcindor is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alcindor’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alcindor’s office at (516) 374-3671.
Where did Dr. Alcindor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery | Beth Israel Med Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Alcindor board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alcindor speak?
Dr. Alcindor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alcindor typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alcindor 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. Alcindor. 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:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alcindor typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor may include:
Please contact Dr. Alcindor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alcindor accept my insurance?
Dr. Alcindor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 374-3671 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alcindor accept in Bellmore, NY?
Dr. Alcindor in Bellmore, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alcindor's office located?
Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor's Primary Practice
2459 Merrick Rd
Bellmore, NY 11710
(516) 374-3671
What is Dr. Alcindor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alcindor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396832978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alcindor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alcindor
What is Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor's specialty?
Dr. Alcindor is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Bellmore, NY.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alcindor 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. 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 Fitzgerald Alcindor accepting new patients in Bellmore, NY?
Yes, Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alcindor's office at (516) 374-3671 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fitzgerald Alcindor?
Please contact Dr. Alcindor's office at (516) 374-3671 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor have?
Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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