
Dr. Yael Nobel, MD
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nobel, Transplant Hepatologist in New York, NY?
Yael R. Nobel, MD, MS is a transplant hepatologist and physician-scientist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She earned her BA in Chemistry with a minor in Global Health and Health Policy from Princeton University prior to attending medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where she also served as a Chief Resident. She then completed her fellowship in Gastroenterology at NYP Columbia and her advanced training in Transplant Hepatology at NYP Columbia/Cornell. Dr. Nobel's clinical practice is focused on the diagnosis and management of patients with liver disease, including autoimmune liver diseases, viral hepatitis, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, alcohol-associated liver disease, and liver cancer. As a transplant hepatologist, she has expertise in the care of patients before and after liver transplantation. Dr. Nobel completed additional research training through an NIH T32 research fellowship at NYP Columbia and a Masters of Science (MS) in Biostatistics in the Patient-Oriented Research track from the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. Her research focuses on connections between intestinal bacteria and liver inflammation. Dr. Nobel's work to date has been supported by grants from the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and the American College of Gastroenterology.
What languages does Dr. Nobel speak?
Dr. Nobel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Nobel typically treat?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Nobel 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. Nobel. 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:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Nobel typically perform?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Nobel 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. Nobel. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Nobel accept my insurance?
Dr. Nobel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nobel accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Nobel in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nobel's office located?

CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic
622 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032
What is Dr. Nobel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nobel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326433749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nobel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nobel
What is Dr. Yael Nobel's specialty?
Dr. Nobel is a Transplant Hepatologist near New York, NY.
What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?
An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.
Is this Dr. Yael Nobel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nobel is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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 Yael Nobel accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yael Nobel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yael Nobel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nobel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yael Nobel?
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CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic
622 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032