
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Softness, Pediatric Endocrinologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Barney Softness, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Softness graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Program. Dr. Softness is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Softness’s office at (917) 300-0553.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Softness?
Dr. Barney Softness, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist 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. Softness empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Growth/Development Disorders, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Softness is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Softness go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
What languages does Dr. Softness speak?
Dr. Softness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Softness typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Softness 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. Softness. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
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
Does Dr. Softness accept my insurance?
Dr. Softness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Softness accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Softness in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Softness' office located?
What is Dr. Softness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Softness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144248519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Softness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Softness
What is Dr. Barney Softness's specialty?
Dr. Softness is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Barney Softness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Softness is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Barney Softness accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Barney Softness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barney Softness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Softness's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barney Softness?
Please contact Dr. Softness's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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