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Dr. Laura Polizzi, MD

Dr. Laura Polizzi, MD

Pediatrician

Bedford Hills, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Polizzi, Pediatrician in Bedford Hills, NY?

    Dr. Laura Polizzi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bedford Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Polizzi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polizzi’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polizzi’s office at (914) 232-3135.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Polizzi?

    Dr. Laura Polizzi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Polizzi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bedford Hills, NY community, Dr. Polizzi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Polizzi board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Polizzi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Polizzi speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Polizzi 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. Polizzi. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Polizzi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Polizzi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polizzi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 232-3135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polizzi accept in Bedford Hills, NY?

    Dr. Polizzi in Bedford Hills, 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

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Polizzi's office located?

    Dr. Laura Polizzi's Primary Practice

    192 Route 117 by Pass Rd

    Bedford Hills, NY 10507

    (914) 232-3135

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    Dr. Laura Polizzi's Practice 2

    110 4th Avenue Ground Floor

    Brooklyn, NY 11217

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

    Dr. Polizzi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679867022.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polizzi?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Polizzi's specialty?

    Dr. Polizzi is a Pediatrician near Bedford Hills, 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. Laura Polizzi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Polizzi is affiliated with Northern Westchester 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 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. Laura Polizzi accepting new patients in Bedford Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Polizzi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Polizzi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polizzi's office at (914) 232-3135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Polizzi?

    Please contact Dr. Polizzi's office at (914) 232-3135 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Polizzi's office located?

    Dr. Polizzi's offices are located in Bedford Hills, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Polizzi have?

    Dr. Laura Polizzi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.