Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schlussel, Pediatric Urologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Richard Schlussel, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Schlussel completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Urology. He is a member of the American Urological Association. Dr. Schlussel is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlussel’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlussel’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schlussel?
Dr. Richard Schlussel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schlussel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Reconstruction, Congenital Anomalies, Epispadias, Hypospadias, Penile Curvature, Reconstructive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Undescended Testis, Ureteral Reconstruction, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Schlussel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Schlussel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Urology
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Is Dr. Schlussel board certified in Pediatric Urologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Schlussel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Schlussel speak?
Dr. Schlussel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Schlussel treat?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Schlussel 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. Schlussel. 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:
- Phimosis
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Other Congenital Penis Malformation
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
- Penis birth defects
- Congenital penile anomaly
- Penis development issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
- Q5569: Other congenital malformation of penis
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- One Undescended Testicle
- Retractile Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Cryptorchidism
- Testicle Not Dropped
- Maldescended Testicle
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral
- Q5522: Retractile testis
Also known as:
- Hydrocele
- Varicocele
- Testicular Torsion
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
- Twisted testicle
- Testicle twisting
- Torsion of testis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
- I861: Scrotal varices
- N4400: Torsion of testis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle in Groin (One Side)
- Undescended Testicle
- Birth Defects
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Inguinal Testis
- One Testicle in Groin
- Cryptorchidism (Inguinal)
- Cryptorchidism
- Retained Testicle
- Testis Not Dropped
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q53112: Unilateral inguinal testis
- Q539: Undescended testicle, unspecified
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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Male Urethra Opening Narrowing
- Urethral Disorder
- Male Meatal Stricture
- Male Urethral Meatus Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N35911: Unspecified urethral stricture, male, meatal
Also known as:
- Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Urethral Opening on Underside of Penis
- Congenital Urethral Anomaly
- Penile Hypospadias
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q541: Hypospadias, penile
Also known as:
- Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Abnormal Urethral Opening
- Urethral Malformation
- Congenital Urethral Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q549: Hypospadias, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Does Dr. Schlussel accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlussel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlussel accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Schlussel in New York, 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)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
MVP Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schlussel's office located?
Pediatric Urology Associates
65 E 96th St, Ste 1B
New York, NY 10128
(917) 300-0553
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Urological Association
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What is Dr. Schlussel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlussel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497809784.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlussel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlussel
What is Dr. Richard Schlussel's specialty?
Dr. Schlussel is a Pediatric Urologist near New York, NY. Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele. Contact Dr. Schlussel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Schlussel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schlussel is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Englewood Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Schlussel accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Schlussel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Schlussel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlussel's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Schlussel?
Please contact Dr. Schlussel's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Schlussel have?
Dr. Richard Schlussel is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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