Dr. Alexander Okun, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Okun, Pediatrician in New York, NY?

Dr. Alexander Okun, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Okun completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics. Dr. Okun is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okun’s office at (212) 651-8033.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Okun?

Dr. Alexander Okun, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Okun empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Okun is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Okun go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics | Ny and Presby Hp Columbia Campus
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

Is Dr. Okun board certified as a Pediatrician?

Yes, Dr. Alexander Okun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Okun speak?

Dr. Okun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Okun typically treat?

As a Pediatrician, Dr. Okun 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. Okun. 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:

Unspecified Illness
General sickness
Undiagnosed illness
Feeling unwell

ICD-10 Codes:

R69: Illness, unspecified

Also known as:

Severe Stress Reaction
Stress
Extreme Stress Response
Traumatic Stress Reaction
Stress-Related Illness

ICD-10 Codes:

F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified

Also known as:

ADHD, Combined Type
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Combined ADHD
Typical ADHD

ICD-10 Codes:

F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

Also known as:

Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Classic Autism
Kanner's Syndrome
Severe Autism

ICD-10 Codes:

F840: Autistic disorder

Also known as:

Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
Health Checkup
Routine child exam with issues
Pediatric checkup with concerns
Child wellness visit with abnormal results

ICD-10 Codes:

Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

Also known as:

Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
Speech and Communication Disorder
Childhood Language Delay
Global Speech Delay
Unspecified Communication Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

Also known as:

Tooth Decay
Cavities
Dental Caries
Tooth Rot

ICD-10 Codes:

K029: Dental caries, unspecified

What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Okun typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Okun may include:

Please contact Dr. Okun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Okun accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Okun's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Okun's office located?

Dr. Alexander Okun's Primary Practice

825 7th Ave Fl 6

New York, NY 10019

(212) 651-8033

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What hospitals are Dr. Okun affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Okun has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus,Bronx, NY

Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Okun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841375292.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okun?

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

What is Dr. Alexander Okun's specialty?

Dr. Okun is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.

What does a Pediatrician do?

A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

Is Dr. Alexander Okun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Okun is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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

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