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Dr. Francis Polcari, MD

Mount Vernon, NY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Polcari, Internist in Mount Vernon, NY?

    Dr. Francis Polcari, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Polcari graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Mount Vernon Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Polcari is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polcari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polcari’s office at (914) 668-3625.

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

    • Residency: Mount Vernon Hosp, Internal Medicine | Montefiore - Mount Vernon Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Polcari board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Polcari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Polcari speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Polcari treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Polcari 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. Polcari. 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:

    • Unspecified Illness
    • General sickness
    • Undiagnosed illness
    • Feeling unwell

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R69: Illness, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Polcari perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Francis Polcari may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Polcari's office.

    Does Dr. Polcari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polcari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 668-3625 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polcari accept in Mount Vernon, NY?

    Dr. Polcari in Mount Vernon, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Polcari's office located?

    Dr. Francis Polcari's Primary Practice

    1 Wartburg Pl

    Mount Vernon, NY 10552

    (914) 668-3625

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    Dr. Francis Polcari's Practice 2

    12 N 7th Ave

    Mount Vernon, NY 10550

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    Dr. Francis Polcari's Practice 3

    559 Gramatan Ave

    Mount Vernon, NY 10552

    (914) 668-3625

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

    Dr. Polcari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679626071.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polcari?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Polcari's specialty?

    Dr. Polcari is a Internist near Mount Vernon, NY.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Polcari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Francis Polcari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Polcari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Francis Polcari accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Polcari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francis Polcari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polcari's office at (914) 668-3625 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francis Polcari?

    Please contact Dr. Polcari's office at (914) 668-3625 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Polcari have?

    Dr. Francis Polcari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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