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Dr. William Gerba, MD
Great Neck, NY
45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerba, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. William Gerba, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gerba graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics. Dr. Gerba is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerba’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerba’s office at (516) 466-5437.
Where did Dr. Gerba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Gerba board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. William Gerba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gerba speak?
Dr. Gerba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gerba treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Gerba 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. Gerba. 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.
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Underweight Child (BMI below 5th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
- Low BMI for child
- Child underweight
- Pediatric low weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
- Z6851: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, less than 5th percentile for age
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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Gerba perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Gerba may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gerba's office.
Does Dr. Gerba accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 466-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerba accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Gerba in Great Neck, 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
Benefit Administrative Systems LLC
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Martin's Point
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gerba's office located?
Dr. William Gerba's Primary Practice
935 Northern Blvd Ste 300
Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 466-5437
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Gerba?
Dr. Gerba has appointments available at his Great Neck, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Gerba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568548949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerba
What is Dr. William Gerba's specialty?
Dr. Gerba is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Great Neck, NY. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Gerba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Gerba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerba is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is William Gerba accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. William Gerba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Gerba offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gerba, or call (516) 466-5437 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with William Gerba?
Please contact Dr. Gerba's office at (516) 466-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Gerba have?
Dr. William Gerba is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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