RW
42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weiss, Specialist in Lawrence, NY?
Dr. Rita Weiss, MD, PhD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Weiss is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weiss’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weiss’s office at (516) 482-0080.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Weiss?
Dr. Rita Weiss, MD, PhD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Weiss empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lawrence/NY community, Dr. Weiss is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Weiss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superies de Monterrey
What languages does Dr. Weiss speak?
Dr. Weiss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Weiss treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Weiss 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. Weiss. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- Volume Depletion
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Fluid Loss
- Low Body Fluid
- Hypovolemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E869: Volume depletion, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bleeding Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Coagulation Disorder
- Clotting Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- D689: Coagulation defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- B Vitamin Shortage
- Lack of B Vitamins
- Low B Vitamins
ICD-10 Codes:
- E539: Vitamin B deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
- Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
- Long-term tiredness
- Persistent fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Does Dr. Weiss accept my insurance?
Dr. Weiss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 482-0080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weiss accept in Lawrence, NY?
Dr. Weiss in Lawrence, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
HealthSmart
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Weiss' office located?
Dr. Rita Weiss' Primary Practice
290 Central Ave Ste 107
Lawrence, NY 11559
(516) 482-0080
What is Dr. Weiss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weiss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578566089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weiss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weiss
What is Dr. Rita Weiss's specialty?
Dr. Weiss is a Specialist near Lawrence, NY. Contact Dr. Weiss to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rita Weiss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weiss is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, North Shore University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Rita Weiss accepting new patients in Lawrence, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rita Weiss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Weiss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weiss's office at (516) 482-0080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Weiss?
Please contact Dr. Weiss's office at (516) 482-0080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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