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Who is Dr. Zhivotenko, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zhivotenko graduated from Asian Medical Institute. Dr. Zhivotenko is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhivotenko’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhivotenko’s office at (646) 377-6050.
Where did Dr. Zhivotenko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Asian Medical Institute
What languages does Dr. Zhivotenko speak?
Dr. Zhivotenko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Zhivotenko typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Zhivotenko 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. Zhivotenko. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Vertebrobasilar Artery Syndrome
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
- Posterior Circulation TIA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G450: Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Brain Ischemia
- Ischemic Stroke
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Brain Hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6782: Cerebral ischemia
Also known as:
- Central Vertigo
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Brain-Related Vertigo
- Neurological Vertigo
- Brainstem Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- H814: Vertigo of central origin
Also known as:
- Focal Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Brain Artery Narrowing
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Artery Stenosis
- Blocked Brain Arteries
- Brain Blood Vessel Narrowing
- Cerebral Occlusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- I668: Occlusion and stenosis of other cerebral arteries
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Zhivotenko typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Zhivotenko 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. Zhivotenko. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Zhivotenko accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhivotenko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 377-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhivotenko accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zhivotenko 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)
EmblemHealth
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Promedica Health Systems
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zhivotenko's office located?
Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko's Primary Practice
2797 Ocean Pkwy Ste 2
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(646) 377-6050
What is Dr. Zhivotenko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhivotenko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154348092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhivotenko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhivotenko
What is Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko's specialty?
Dr. Zhivotenko is a Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhivotenko is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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
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Is Sergey Zhivotenko accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sergey Zhivotenko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhivotenko's office at (646) 377-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sergey Zhivotenko?
Please contact Dr. Zhivotenko's office at (646) 377-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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