20 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Greifer, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Melanie Greifer, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Greifer completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is a member of the North Shore-LIJ Medical Group. Dr. Greifer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Greifer’s office at (212) 263-5407.
Where did Dr. Greifer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
Is Dr. Greifer board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Greifer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2005
What languages does Dr. Greifer speak?
Dr. Greifer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Greifer typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Greifer 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. Greifer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Unspecified Illness
- General sickness
- Undiagnosed illness
- Feeling unwell
ICD-10 Codes:
- R69: Illness, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Greifer typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Greifer 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. Greifer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Greifer accept my insurance?
Dr. Greifer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5407 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Greifer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Greifer in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Greifer's office located?
Dr. Melanie Greifer's Primary Practice
160 E 32nd St Fl L3
New York, NY 10016
(212) 263-5407
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North Shore-LIJ Medical Group
Member
What is Dr. Greifer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Greifer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326164179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Greifer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Greifer
What is Dr. Melanie Greifer's specialty?
Dr. Greifer is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Melanie Greifer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Greifer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cohen Children's Medical Center. 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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Greifer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Greifer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Greifer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Greifer's office at (212) 263-5407 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Greifer?
Please contact Dr. Greifer's office at (212) 263-5407 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Greifer have?
Dr. Melanie Greifer is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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