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Dr. Benetta Yee, MD

Pediatrician

Forest Hills, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yee, Pediatrician in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Benetta Yee, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Yee completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Yee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yee’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yee’s office at (718) 263-2072.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yee?

    Dr. Benetta Yee, 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. Yee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Forest Hills, NY community, Dr. Yee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Yee go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions

    Is Dr. Yee board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Benetta Yee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Yee speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Yee 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. Yee. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
    • Uncommon Metabolic Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Benetta Yee may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 263-2072 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yee accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Yee in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • National Benefit Fund

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Nippon Life Insurance Company of America

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yee's office located?

    Dr. Benetta Yee's Primary Practice

    10848 70th Rd Ste 1

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 263-2072

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

    Dr. Yee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750457313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yee?

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

    What is Dr. Benetta Yee's specialty?

    Dr. Yee is a Pediatrician near Forest 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. Benetta Yee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yee is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical 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

    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. Benetta Yee accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Benetta Yee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benetta Yee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (718) 263-2072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benetta Yee?

    Please contact Dr. Yee's office at (718) 263-2072 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yee's office located?

    Dr. Yee's office is located in Forest Hills, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benetta Yee have?

    Dr. Benetta Yee is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.