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Dr. Alexis Halpern, MD

Dr. Alexis Halpern, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New York, NY

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Halpern, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Alexis Halpern, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Halpern graduated from Rutgers and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Halpern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Halpern’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Halpern’s office at (212) 746-0780.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Emergency Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

    What languages does Dr. Halpern speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Halpern typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Halpern 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. Halpern. 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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Halpern typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Halpern may include:

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

    Does Dr. Halpern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Halpern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-0780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Halpern's office located?

    Emergency Physicians Dept

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 746-0780

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

    Dr. Halpern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619067881.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Halpern?

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

    What is Dr. Alexis Halpern's specialty?

    Dr. Halpern is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alexis Halpern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Halpern is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Lenox Hill Hospital, Hackensack University Medical 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Alexis Halpern accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexis Halpern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexis Halpern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Halpern's office at (212) 746-0780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexis Halpern?

    Please contact Dr. Halpern's office at (212) 746-0780 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Halpern's office located?

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