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Dr. Fontine Zhang, MD

New York, NY

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Zhang, Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Fontine Zhang, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Zhang graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhang is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office at (212) 925-5000.

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

    • Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine | Winthrop-University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Zhang board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Fontine Zhang, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Zhang typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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 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:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration
    • Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Polyarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
    • M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Zhang typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Fontine Zhang may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 925-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Zhang in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?

    Judson Health Center

    227 Madison St

    New York, NY 10002

    (212) 925-5000

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

    Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093730335.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?

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

    What is Dr. Fontine Zhang's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Fontine Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Zhang 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Fontine Zhang accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Fontine Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fontine Zhang offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (212) 925-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fontine Zhang?

    Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (212) 925-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?

    Dr. Zhang's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fontine Zhang have?

    Dr. Fontine Zhang is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.