20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wimpfheimer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Utica, NY?
Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Wimpfheimer completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Wimpfheimer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wimpfheimer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wimpfheimer’s office at 1315624600.
Where did Dr. Wimpfheimer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Wimpfheimer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wimpfheimer speak?
Dr. Wimpfheimer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wimpfheimer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wimpfheimer 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. Wimpfheimer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wimpfheimer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Wimpfheimer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wimpfheimer accept my insurance?
Dr. Wimpfheimer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1315624600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wimpfheimer accept in Utica, NY?
Dr. Wimpfheimer in Utica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
State of New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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What is Dr. Wimpfheimer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wimpfheimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821143702.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wimpfheimer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wimpfheimer
What is Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer's specialty?
Dr. Wimpfheimer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Utica, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wimpfheimer is affiliated with Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Upstate University 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Zev Wimpfheimer accepting new patients in Utica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wimpfheimer's office at 1315624600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zev Wimpfheimer?
Please contact Dr. Wimpfheimer's office at 1315624600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer have?
Dr. Zev Wimpfheimer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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