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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mermelstein, Internist in Manhasset, NY?
Dr. Richard Mermelstein, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Manhasset, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mermelstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mermelstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mermelstein’s office at (516) 365-5570.
What languages does Dr. Mermelstein speak?
Dr. Mermelstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mermelstein typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mermelstein 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. Mermelstein. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mermelstein typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Mermelstein may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Mermelstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mermelstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Mermelstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 365-5570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mermelstein accept in Manhasset, NY?
Dr. Mermelstein in Manhasset, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mermelstein's office located?
Dr. Richard Mermelstein's Primary Practice
1129 Northern Blvd Ste 101
Manhasset, NY 11030
(516) 365-5570
What is Dr. Mermelstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mermelstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629488440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mermelstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mermelstein
What is Dr. Richard Mermelstein's specialty?
Dr. Mermelstein is a Internist near Manhasset, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Mermelstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mermelstein is affiliated with North Shore University 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 Richard Mermelstein accepting new patients in Manhasset, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Mermelstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Mermelstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mermelstein's office at (516) 365-5570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Mermelstein?
Please contact Dr. Mermelstein's office at (516) 365-5570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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