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Dr. Richard Scardino, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Scardino, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Richard Scardino, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Scardino graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Scardino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scardino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scardino’s office at (718) 918-3060.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Scardino board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Scardino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Scardino speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scardino typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scardino 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. Scardino. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scardino typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Scardino may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scardino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scardino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 918-3060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scardino accept in Bronx, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Scardino's office located?

    Dr. Richard Scardino's Primary Practice

    1400 Pelham Pkwy S

    Bronx, NY 10461

    (718) 918-3060

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

    Dr. Scardino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952489312.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scardino?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Scardino's specialty?

    Dr. Scardino is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Richard Scardino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Scardino 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Richard Scardino accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Scardino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Scardino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scardino's office at (718) 918-3060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Scardino?

    Please contact Dr. Scardino's office at (718) 918-3060 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scardino's office located?

    Dr. Scardino's office is located in Bronx, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Scardino have?

    Dr. Richard Scardino is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.