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Who is Dr. Gelfenshteyn, Internist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelfenshteyn completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Center. Dr. Gelfenshteyn is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelfenshteyn’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelfenshteyn’s office at (718) 526-6300.
Where did Dr. Gelfenshteyn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Center
Is Dr. Gelfenshteyn board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gelfenshteyn speak?
Dr. Gelfenshteyn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Gelfenshteyn treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Gelfenshteyn 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. Gelfenshteyn. 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:
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Severe Intellectual Disability
- Developmental Disabilities
- Severe Cognitive Impairment
- Profound Developmental Delay
- Significant Intellectual Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F72: Severe intellectual disabilities
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Gelfenshteyn perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gelfenshteyn's office.
Does Dr. Gelfenshteyn accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelfenshteyn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 526-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelfenshteyn accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Gelfenshteyn in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ASR Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gelfenshteyn's office located?
Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn's Primary Practice
18005 Hillside Ave
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 526-6300
What is Dr. Gelfenshteyn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelfenshteyn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063558013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelfenshteyn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelfenshteyn
What is Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn's specialty?
Dr. Gelfenshteyn is a Internist near Jamaica, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Gelfenshteyn to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelfenshteyn is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Kira Gelfenshteyn accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelfenshteyn's office at (718) 526-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kira Gelfenshteyn?
Please contact Dr. Gelfenshteyn's office at (718) 526-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn have?
Dr. Kira Gelfenshteyn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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