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Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago, DO

Merrick, NY

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Messina-Santiago, Family Medicine Specialist in Merrick, NY?

    Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merrick, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Messina-Santiago is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messina-Santiago’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messina-Santiago’s office at (516) 771-9797.

    Where did Dr. Messina-Santiago go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Messina-Santiago board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Messina-Santiago speak?

    Dr. Messina-Santiago and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Messina-Santiago typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Messina-Santiago 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. Messina-Santiago. 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:

    • 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:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Movement Problems
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Head Segmental Dysfunction
    • Cervical Somatic Dysfunction
    • Head Biomechanical Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9900: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of head region

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Messina-Santiago typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Messina-Santiago 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. Messina-Santiago. 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:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Does Dr. Messina-Santiago accept my insurance?

    Dr. Messina-Santiago accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 771-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Messina-Santiago accept in Merrick, NY?

    Dr. Messina-Santiago in Merrick, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • New York Life Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Messina-Santiago's office located?

    Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago's Primary Practice

    31 Merrick Ave Ste 10

    Merrick, NY 11566

    (516) 771-9797

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    Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago's Practice 2

    3 E Evergreen Rd Ste 1017

    New City, NY 10956

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

    Dr. Messina-Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649353905.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messina-Santiago?

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

    What is Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago's specialty?

    Dr. Messina-Santiago is a Family Medicine Specialist near Merrick, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Messina-Santiago is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, North Shore University Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Renee Messina-Santiago accepting new patients in Merrick, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Messina-Santiago's office at (516) 771-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Renee Messina-Santiago?

    Please contact Dr. Messina-Santiago's office at (516) 771-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago have?

    Dr. Renee Messina-Santiago is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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