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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hefer, Hospitalist in New York, NY?
Dr. David Hefer, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hefer is fluent in English, Czech, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hefer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hefer’s office at (808) 245-1500.
Is Dr. Hefer board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. David Hefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hefer speak?
Dr. Hefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Czech
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Hefer treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hefer 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. Hefer. 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.
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Hefer perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Hefer may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hefer's office.
Does Dr. Hefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Hefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 245-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hefer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Hefer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Hefer's office located?
What is Dr. Hefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174594188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hefer
What is Dr. David Hefer's specialty?
Dr. Hefer is a Hospitalist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Hefer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Hefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hefer is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is David Hefer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Hefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Hefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hefer's office at (808) 245-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Hefer?
Please contact Dr. Hefer's office at (808) 245-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Hefer have?
Dr. David Hefer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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