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Dr. Christina Hift, MD
Pediatrician
,Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist
,Pediatric Rheumatologist
,Infectious Disease Specialist
,Rheumatologist
New York, NY
41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hift, Pediatrician in New York, NY?
Dr. Christina Hift, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Hift completed her residency at Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Hift is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hift’s office at (212) 988-9011.
Where did Dr. Hift go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Duke University Hospital
Is Dr. Hift board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christina Hift, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Hift speak?
Dr. Hift and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hift typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Christina Hift may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Hift's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hift typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Hift may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Hift's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hift accept my insurance?
Dr. Hift accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 988-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hift accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Hift in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hift's office located?
What is Dr. Hift's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hift's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568519213.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hift?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hift
What is Dr. Christina Hift's specialty?
Dr. Hift is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Christina Hift affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hift is affiliated with Glens Falls 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
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Is Christina Hift accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christina Hift is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Hift offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hift's office at (212) 988-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Hift?
Please contact Dr. Hift's office at (212) 988-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Hift have?
Dr. Christina Hift is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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