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Dr. Brian Rigney, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rigney, Diagnostic Radiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Brian Rigney, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rigney is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rigney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rigney’s office at (757) 594-2911.

    What languages does Dr. Rigney speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Rigney typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Rigney 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. Rigney. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Rigney typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Rigney 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. Rigney. 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:

    • Deep Bone Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Bone Biopsy
    • Trocar Bone Biopsy
    • Vertebral Body Biopsy
    • Femur Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Myelogram or CT Scan Injection
    • Spinal injection for imaging
    • Lumbar myelography injection
    • CT scan contrast injection spine

    CPT Codes:

    • 62284: Injection procedure for myelography and/or computed tomography, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Imaging (Myelogram)
    • Lumbar Myelography
    • Spinal Dye Test
    • Multiple Region Myelogram

    CPT Codes:

    • 62305: Myelography via lumbar injection, including radiological supervision and interpretation; 2 or more regions (eg, lumbar/thoracic, cervical/thoracic, lumbar/cervical, lumbar/thoracic/cervical)

    Does Dr. Rigney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rigney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 594-2911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rigney in New York, 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

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rigney's office located?

    Dr. Brian Rigney's Primary Practice

    787 11th Ave Fl 7

    New York, NY 10019

    (757) 594-2911

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    Dr. Brian Rigney's Practice 2

    3201 Kings Hwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

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    Dr. Brian Rigney's Practice 3

    2520 30th Ave

    Long Island City, NY 11102

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

    Dr. Rigney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730472689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rigney?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Rigney's specialty?

    Dr. Rigney is a Diagnostic Radiologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Brian Rigney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rigney is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai West, Bronxcare Health System, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Brian Rigney accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Rigney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Rigney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rigney's office at (757) 594-2911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Rigney?

    Please contact Dr. Rigney's office at (757) 594-2911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rigney's office located?

    Dr. Rigney's offices are located in New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, and Long Island City, NY.