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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hunter, Hospitalist in Valley Stream, NY?
Dr. Andrew Hunter, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Valley Stream, NY. Dr. Hunter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunter’s office at (516) 256-6000.
What languages does Dr. Hunter speak?
Dr. Hunter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hunter typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hunter 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. Hunter. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hunter typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Hunter may include:
Please contact Dr. Hunter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hunter accept my insurance?
Dr. Hunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 256-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hunter accept in Valley Stream, NY?
Dr. Hunter in Valley Stream, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicare
NYS Hamaspik Association
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hunter's office located?
Dr. Andrew Hunter's Primary Practice
900 Franklin Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 256-6000
What is Dr. Hunter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750609111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hunter
What is Dr. Andrew Hunter's specialty?
Dr. Hunter is a Hospitalist near Valley Stream, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Andrew Hunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hunter is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Valley Stream 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 Andrew Hunter accepting new patients in Valley Stream, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Hunter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Hunter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (516) 256-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Hunter?
Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (516) 256-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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