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Who is Dr. Betro, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Gerard Betro, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Betro is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Betro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Betro’s office at (203) 785-2140.
What languages does Dr. Betro speak?
Dr. Betro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Betro treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Betro 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. Betro. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Betro perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Betro 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. Betro. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Does Dr. Betro accept my insurance?
Dr. Betro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 785-2140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Betro accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Betro in Brooklyn, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Betro's office located?
What is Dr. Betro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Betro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003995804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Betro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Betro
What is Dr. Gerard Betro's specialty?
Dr. Betro is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Betro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerard Betro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Betro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides 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
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Is Gerard Betro accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Betro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Betro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Betro's office at (203) 785-2140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Betro?
Please contact Dr. Betro's office at (203) 785-2140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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