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Dr. Gene Yocum, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yocum, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Gene Yocum, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Yocum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yocum’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yocum’s office at (212) 305-9876.

    What languages does Dr. Yocum speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yocum treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Yocum 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. Yocum. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Communicating Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
    • External Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G910: Communicating hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    What procedures does Dr. Yocum perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Yocum 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. Yocum. 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:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Yocum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yocum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-9876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yocum accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Yocum in New York, 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

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yocum's office located?

    Dr. Gene Yocum's Primary Practice

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 305-9876

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    Dr. Gene Yocum's Practice 2

    3959 Broadway

    New York, NY 10032

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

    Dr. Yocum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134351893.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yocum?

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

    What is Dr. Gene Yocum's specialty?

    Dr. Yocum is a Anesthesiologist near New York, NY. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Yocum to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gene Yocum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yocum is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester, The Valley Hospital, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Stamford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Gene Yocum accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Gene Yocum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gene Yocum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yocum's office at (212) 305-9876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gene Yocum?

    Please contact Dr. Yocum's office at (212) 305-9876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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