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Dr. Elena Pentsova, MD

Dr. Elena Pentsova, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pentsova, Neurologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Elena Pentsova, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Pentsova graduated from Kharkiv National Medical University and completed her residency at Hospital of Emergency Care (Kharkov, Ukraine). She is a member of the American Associate of Neurology and Society for Neuro-Oncology. Dr. Pentsova is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pentsova’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pentsova’s office at (212) 639-6340.

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

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    • Residency: Hospital of Emergency Care (Kharkov, Ukraine) | The Brooklyn Hospital Center | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care | Brooklyn Hospital Center | Fletcher Allen Health Care

    • Medical School: Kharkov State Medical University | Kharkiv National Medical University

    Is Dr. Pentsova board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Pentsova, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Pentsova speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Pentsova typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Pentsova 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. Pentsova. 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:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor
    • Frontal Lobe Cancer
    • Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    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:

    • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • Lymphatic Cancer
    • Lymphoma in Organs
    • NHL
    • DLBCL
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
    • Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
    • C8339: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Does Dr. Pentsova accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pentsova accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-6340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pentsova accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Pentsova in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pentsova's office located?

    Mskcc Dept Of Neurology

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 639-6340

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    Dr. Elena Pentsova's Practice 2

    160 E 53rd St

    New York, NY 10022

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Associate of Neurology

    Member

    Society for Neuro-Oncology

    Member

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

    Dr. Pentsova's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932247160.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pentsova?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Pentsova's specialty?

    Dr. Pentsova is a Neurologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. Elena Pentsova affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pentsova is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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 a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Elena Pentsova accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Pentsova is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Pentsova offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pentsova's office at (212) 639-6340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elena Pentsova?

    Please contact Dr. Pentsova's office at (212) 639-6340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Pentsova have?

    Dr. Elena Pentsova is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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