38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jaffin, Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Barry Jaffin, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jaffin graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Gastroenterology; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jaffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jaffin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jaffin’s office at (212) 721-2600.
Where did Dr. Jaffin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Gastroenterology; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | Ohio State University / College of Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Jaffin board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Barry Jaffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jaffin speak?
Dr. Jaffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Jaffin treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Jaffin 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. Jaffin. 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Functional Diarrhea
- Diarrhea
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Persistent Diarrhea
- Diarrhea without clear cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- K591: Functional diarrhea
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Which procedures does Dr. Jaffin perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barry Jaffin may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jaffin's office.
Does Dr. Jaffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Jaffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 721-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jaffin accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Jaffin 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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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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What is Dr. Jaffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jaffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801815105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jaffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jaffin
What is Dr. Barry Jaffin's specialty?
Dr. Jaffin is a Gastroenterologist near New York, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Jaffin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Barry Jaffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jaffin is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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 Barry Jaffin accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Barry Jaffin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barry Jaffin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jaffin's office at (212) 721-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barry Jaffin?
Please contact Dr. Jaffin's office at (212) 721-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Jaffin have?
Dr. Barry Jaffin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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