
Dr. John Larsen, MD
New York, NY
45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Larsen, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. John Larsen, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Larsen graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Larsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Larsen’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Larsen’s office at (212) 427-0540.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Larsen?
Dr. John Larsen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Larsen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fevers of Unknown Origin, Tuberculosis, Viral Infections, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Larsen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Larsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Mount Sinai Hospital | Mount Sinai Hospital | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Larsen board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Larsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Larsen speak?
Dr. Larsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Larsen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Larsen 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. Larsen. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Larsen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Larsen may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Larsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Larsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Larsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 427-0540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Larsen accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Larsen in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
National Benefit Fund
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Larsen's office located?
What is Dr. Larsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Larsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700974169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Larsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Larsen
What is Dr. John Larsen's specialty?
Dr. Larsen is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. John Larsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Larsen is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Larsen accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Larsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Larsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Larsen's office at (212) 427-0540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Larsen?
Please contact Dr. Larsen's office at (212) 427-0540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Larsen have?
Dr. John Larsen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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