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Dr. Matthew Cohen, MD

Dr. Matthew Cohen, MD

Pediatrician

Long Beach, NY

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cohen, Pediatrician in Long Beach, NY?

    Dr. Matthew Cohen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Long Beach, NY. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Cohen graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program. Dr. Cohen is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cohen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cohen’s office at (516) 543-5000.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cohen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Cohen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cohen typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Immune Treatment for RSV
    • RSV prophylactic immunotherapy
    • RSV immune prevention
    • Preventive RSV treatment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2911: Encounter for prophylactic immunotherapy for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cohen typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Cohen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cohen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 543-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in Long Beach, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Cohen's Primary Practice

    272 W Park Ave

    Long Beach, NY 11561

    (516) 543-5000

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

    Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194804633.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Cohen's specialty?

    Dr. Cohen is a Pediatrician near Long Beach, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Matthew Cohen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Matthew Cohen accepting new patients in Long Beach, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Cohen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Cohen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (516) 543-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Cohen?

    Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (516) 543-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?

    Dr. Cohen's office is located in Long Beach, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Cohen have?

    Dr. Matthew Cohen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.