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Who is Dr. Shtender, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Grigory Shtender, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shtender completed his residency at Moscow City Hospital. Dr. Shtender is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shtender’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shtender’s office at (718) 946-9070.
Where did Dr. Shtender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Moscow City Hospital
Medical School: First Moscow Sechenov Med Institute Moscow Russia
What languages does Dr. Shtender speak?
Dr. Shtender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shtender typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shtender 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. Shtender. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Sciatica (Right Side)
- Sciatica
- Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Right Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5431: Sciatica, right side
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shtender typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Grigory Shtender may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Shtender's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shtender accept my insurance?
Dr. Shtender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 946-9070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shtender accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shtender in Brooklyn, 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
Centene Corporation
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shtender's office located?
Dr. Grigory Shtender also offers virtual visits
Dr. Grigory Shtender's Primary Practice
1009 Brighton Beach Ave Ste 2
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 946-9070
What is Dr. Shtender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shtender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952316614.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shtender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shtender
What is Dr. Grigory Shtender's specialty?
Dr. Shtender is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Grigory Shtender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shtender is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Grigory Shtender accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Grigory Shtender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Grigory Shtender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shtender's office at (718) 946-9070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Grigory Shtender?
Please contact Dr. Shtender's office at (718) 946-9070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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