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Dr. Ernest Simela, MD

Dr. Ernest Simela, MD

Pediatrician

Roosevelt, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Simela, Pediatrician in Roosevelt, NY?

    Dr. Ernest Simela, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Roosevelt, NY. Dr. Simela graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Simela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simela’s office at (516) 571-8600.

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

    • Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    What languages does Dr. Simela speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Simela 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. Simela. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ernest Simela may include:

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

    Does Dr. Simela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 571-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simela accept in Roosevelt, NY?

    Dr. Simela in Roosevelt, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Simela's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Simela's Primary Practice

    380 Nassau Rd

    Roosevelt, NY 11575

    (516) 571-8600

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    What hospitals are Dr. Simela affiliated with?

    Dr. Simela has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nassau University Medical Center,East Meadow, NY

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

    Dr. Simela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689759623.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simela?

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

    What is Dr. Ernest Simela's specialty?

    Dr. Simela is a Pediatrician near Roosevelt, 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. Ernest Simela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Simela is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nassau University 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Ernest Simela accepting new patients in Roosevelt, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Simela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Simela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simela's office at (516) 571-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Simela?

    Please contact Dr. Simela's office at (516) 571-8600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Simela's office located?

    Dr. Simela's office is located in Roosevelt, NY.