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Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini, MD

Forest Hills, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program. Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini’s office at (718) 830-4204.

    Where did Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    What languages does Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini 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. Sorokina-Ruffini. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Lower belly pain
    • Pain in lower abdomen
    • Abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Which procedures does Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini's office.

    Does Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 830-4204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini's office located?

    Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini's Primary Practice

    10201 66th Rd

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 830-4204

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    Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini's Practice 2

    900 Franklin Ave

    Valley Stream, NY 11580

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

    Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891073078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini?

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

    What is Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini's specialty?

    Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Forest Hills, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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 Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini's office at (718) 830-4204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yelena Sorokina-Ruffini?

    Please contact Dr. Sorokina-Ruffini's office at (718) 830-4204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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