22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tafler, Family Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Where did Dr. Tafler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Institute Of Technology | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tafler speak?
Dr. Tafler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Russian
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tafler typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tafler 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. Tafler. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lumps or Swelling in Both Legs
- Bilateral Leg Swelling
- Masses on Both Legs
- Swelling in Both Lower Limbs
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2243: Localized swelling, mass and lump, lower limb, bilateral
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tafler typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tafler performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tafler. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
- OMT
- Osteopathic Manipulation
- D.O. Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 98928: Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT); 7-8 body regions involved
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Tafler accept my insurance?
Dr. Tafler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 338-1166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tafler accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Tafler in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tafler's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tafler affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tafler has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tafler's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tafler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932237146.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tafler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tafler