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Dr. Henry Birnbaum, MD

Physiatrist

New York, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Birnbaum, Physiatrist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Henry Birnbaum, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Birnbaum completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Birnbaum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birnbaum’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birnbaum’s office at (212) 627-0593.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Birnbaum?

    Dr. Henry Birnbaum, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist 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. Birnbaum empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Chronic, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Birnbaum is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Rusk Inst-Nyu Sch Med

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Birnbaum board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Henry Birnbaum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Birnbaum speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Birnbaum 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. Birnbaum. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Henry Birnbaum may include:

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

    Does Dr. Birnbaum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 627-0593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Birnbaum accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Birnbaum in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Birnbaum's office located?

    Dr. Henry Birnbaum's Primary Practice

    530 7th Ave Rm 908

    New York, NY 10018

    (212) 627-0593

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    Dr. Henry Birnbaum's Practice 2

    48 E 43rd St

    New York, NY 10017

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

    Dr. Birnbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982771465.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birnbaum?

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

    What is Dr. Henry Birnbaum's specialty?

    Dr. Birnbaum is a Physiatrist near New York, 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. Henry Birnbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Birnbaum is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 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. Henry Birnbaum accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Henry Birnbaum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Henry Birnbaum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (212) 627-0593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Henry Birnbaum?

    Please contact Dr. Birnbaum's office at (212) 627-0593 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Birnbaum's office located?

    Dr. Birnbaum's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Henry Birnbaum have?

    Dr. Henry Birnbaum is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.