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Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Bronx, NY

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Costas-Katz, Family Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. She has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Costas-Katz completed her residency at A Einstein College M Yeshiva University. Dr. Costas-Katz is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costas-Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costas-Katz’s office at (718) 933-1900.

    Where did Dr. Costas-Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: A Einstein College M Yeshiva University

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy

    What languages does Dr. Costas-Katz speak?

    Dr. Costas-Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Costas-Katz typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Costas-Katz 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. Costas-Katz. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Costas-Katz typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Costas-Katz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Costas-Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 933-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Costas-Katz accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Costas-Katz in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Costas-Katz's office located?

    Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz's Primary Practice

    625 E Fordham Rd

    Bronx, NY 10458

    (718) 933-1900

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

    Dr. Costas-Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407918675.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costas-Katz?

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

    What is Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz's specialty?

    Dr. Costas-Katz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Costas-Katz is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus, St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Costas-Katz's office at (718) 933-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carmen Silvia Costas-Katz?

    Please contact Dr. Costas-Katz's office at (718) 933-1900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Costas-Katz's office located?

    Dr. Costas-Katz's office is located in Bronx, NY.