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Who is Dr. Galvin, Internist in Rockaway Park, NY?
Dr. Peter Galvin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rockaway Park, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Galvin graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Galvin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galvin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galvin’s office at (718) 474-5027.
Where did Dr. Galvin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Internal Medicine; St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Vincent's East Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Galvin board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Galvin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Galvin speak?
Dr. Galvin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Galvin typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Galvin 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. Galvin. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Intractable Dravet Syndrome
- Epilepsy
- Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizures plus
- Drug-resistant Dravet syndrome
- Refractory Dravet
- Severe myoclonic epilepsy of infancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40834: Dravet syndrome, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Central Pain Syndrome
- Pain
- Neuropathic pain
- Brain pain syndrome
- Central nervous system pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G890: Central pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sacrum Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Sacrum Bone
- Sacral Fracture
- Broken Tailbone Area
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32110D: Nondisplaced Zone I fracture of sacrum, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Galvin typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Galvin may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Galvin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Galvin accept my insurance?
Dr. Galvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 474-5027 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galvin accept in Rockaway Park, NY?
Dr. Galvin in Rockaway Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Where is Dr. Galvin's office located?
Dr. Peter Galvin's Primary Practice
12005 Newport Ave
Rockaway Park, NY 11694
(718) 474-5027
What is Dr. Galvin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962588731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galvin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galvin
What is Dr. Peter Galvin's specialty?
Dr. Galvin is a Internist near Rockaway Park, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Peter Galvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Galvin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Peter Galvin accepting new patients in Rockaway Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Peter Galvin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Galvin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galvin's office at (718) 474-5027 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Galvin?
Please contact Dr. Galvin's office at (718) 474-5027 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Galvin have?
Dr. Peter Galvin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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