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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerstein, Pulmonologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Moshe Kerstein, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kerstein graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kerstein is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerstein’s office at (718) 436-5243.
Where did Dr. Kerstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center Program
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. Kerstein board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Moshe Kerstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kerstein speak?
Dr. Kerstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Yiddish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kerstein typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kerstein 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. Kerstein. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Special Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kerstein typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Moshe Kerstein may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Kerstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 436-5243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerstein accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kerstein in Brooklyn, 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)
Healthfirst New York
Mass General Brigham
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kerstein's office located?
What is Dr. Kerstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831269398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerstein
What is Dr. Moshe Kerstein's specialty?
Dr. Kerstein is a Pulmonologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Moshe Kerstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerstein is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Moshe Kerstein accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Moshe Kerstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Moshe Kerstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerstein's office at (718) 436-5243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Moshe Kerstein?
Please contact Dr. Kerstein's office at (718) 436-5243 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Moshe Kerstein have?
Dr. Moshe Kerstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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