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Dr. Uel Alexis, MD

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Dr. Uel Alexis, MD

Staten Island, NY

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alexis, Anesthesiologist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Uel Alexis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexis graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY. He is a member of the Bronx County Medical Society, American Medical Association, American Society of Anesthesiologists, Texas Medical Association, UTHSCSA Neuroscience Society, New York & New Jersey Societies of Interventional Pain Physicians, North American Neuromodulation Society, New York State Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Critical Care Anesthesiologists, Society for Technology in Anesthesia, Ethiopian Medical Association, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Ethiopian North American Health Professions Association. Dr. Alexis is fluent in English and Amharic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexis’s office at (718) 667-3577.

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

    • Fellowship: The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY

    • Residency: The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY

    • Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center | Johns Hopkins University, MD

    Is Dr. Alexis board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Uel Alexis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology since 2014

    What languages does Dr. Alexis speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alexis typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alexis 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. Alexis. 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:

    • Secondhand Smoke Exposure
    • Secondhand Smoke
    • Passive Smoking
    • Environmental Tobacco Smoke Contact
    • Involuntary Smoking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7722: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alexis typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alexis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alexis. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Paravertebral facet injection
    • Neck/upper back pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Alexis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alexis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 667-3577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alexis accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Alexis in Staten Island, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alexis' office located?

    Dr. Uel Alexis' Primary Practice

    1360 Hylan Blvd

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 667-3577

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 53 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

    Check mark

    Attentiveness

    98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

    Check mark

    Wait Times

    72% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Uel Alexis an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Alexis has been rated and reviewed by 53 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Alexis, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Bronx County Medical Society

    Professional Member

    2015

    American Medical Association

    Professional Member

    2005 - 2009

    American Society of Anesthesiologists

    Professional Member

    2006

    Texas Medical Association

    Professional Member

    2007 - 2008

    UTHSCSA Neuroscience Society

    Founder - Vice President

    2005 - 2006

    New York & New Jersey Societies of Interventional Pain Physicians

    Professional Member

    2013

    North American Neuromodulation Society

    Professional Member

    2013

    New York State Society of Anesthesiologists

    Professional Member

    2010

    American Society of Critical Care Anesthesiologists

    Professional Member

    2006 - 2007

    Society for Technology in Anesthesia

    Professional Member

    2007 - 2008

    Ethiopian Medical Association, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

    Professional Member

    2006 - 2007

    Ethiopian North American Health Professions Association

    Professional Member

    2006 - 2007

    Awards

    Best Scientific Presentation

    NYNJSIPP Pain Medicine Symposium

    Publications

    The orphan nuclear hormone receptor ERRbeta controls rod photoreceptor survival

    , June 2010

    Pias3-dependent SUMOylation directs rod photoreceptor development. Neuron

    , January 2009

    Why Anesthesiology. Journal for Minority Medical Students.

    , 2008

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

    Dr. Alexis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275765851.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexis?

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

    What is Dr. Uel Alexis's specialty?

    Dr. Alexis is a Anesthesiologist near Staten Island, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Uel Alexis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alexis is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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

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    Is Uel Alexis accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Uel Alexis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Uel Alexis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alexis's office at (718) 667-3577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Uel Alexis?

    Please contact Dr. Alexis's office at (718) 667-3577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Uel Alexis have?

    Dr. Uel Alexis is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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