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Who is Dr. Lightman, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Hylton Lightman, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Far Rockaway, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lightman graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Lightman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lightman’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lightman’s office at (718) 868-4808.
Where did Dr. Lightman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Lightman board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hylton Lightman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lightman speak?
Dr. Lightman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lightman typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lightman 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. Lightman. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lightman typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hylton Lightman may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Lightman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lightman accept my insurance?
Dr. Lightman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 868-4808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lightman accept in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Lightman in Far Rockaway, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lightman's office located?
Dr. Hylton Lightman's Primary Practice
601 Jarvis Ave
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 868-4808
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hylton Lightman?
Dr. Lightman has appointments available at his Far Rockaway, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Lightman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lightman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043375728.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lightman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lightman
What is Dr. Hylton Lightman's specialty?
Dr. Lightman is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Far Rockaway, NY.
Is this Dr. Hylton Lightman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lightman 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hylton Lightman accepting new patients in Far Rockaway, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hylton Lightman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hylton Lightman offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lightman, or call (718) 868-4808 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Hylton Lightman?
Please contact Dr. Lightman's office at (718) 868-4808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hylton Lightman have?
Dr. Hylton Lightman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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