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Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn, MD

Physiatrist

Brooklyn, NY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Finkelshteyn, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Finkelshteyn is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finkelshteyn’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finkelshteyn’s office at (347) 627-9107.

    What languages does Dr. Finkelshteyn speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Finkelshteyn typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Finkelshteyn 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. Finkelshteyn. 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:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Back and Leg Pain
    • Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Finkelshteyn typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn may include:

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

    Does Dr. Finkelshteyn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Finkelshteyn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (347) 627-9107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Finkelshteyn accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Finkelshteyn 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

    • Elderplan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Hippo Health

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Finkelshteyn's office located?

    Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn's Primary Practice

    372 Utica Ave # 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

    (347) 627-9107

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    Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn's Practice 2

    1421 Carroll St Fl 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

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    Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn's Practice 3

    1421 Carroll St

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

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

    Dr. Finkelshteyn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750539029.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finkelshteyn?

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

    What is Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn's specialty?

    Dr. Finkelshteyn is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Finkelshteyn is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Frances Finkelshteyn accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Finkelshteyn's office at (347) 627-9107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frances Finkelshteyn?

    Please contact Dr. Finkelshteyn's office at (347) 627-9107 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Finkelshteyn's office located?

    Dr. Finkelshteyn's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.