HA
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avella, Physiatrist in Northport, NY?
Dr. Harold Avella, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Northport, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Avella completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Avella is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avella’s office at (631) 385-0207.
Where did Dr. Avella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Is Dr. Avella board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Harold Avella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Avella speak?
Dr. Avella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Avella typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Avella 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. Avella. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Avella typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Harold Avella may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Avella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Avella accept my insurance?
Dr. Avella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 385-0207 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avella accept in Northport, NY?
Dr. Avella in Northport, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carlyle Holdings
County of Suffolk
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Avella's office located?
Dr. Harold Avella also offers virtual visits
Dr. Harold Avella's Primary Practice
389 Fort Salonga Rd Ste 2
Northport, NY 11768
(631) 385-0207
What is Dr. Avella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770502965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avella
What is Dr. Harold Avella's specialty?
Dr. Avella is a Physiatrist near Northport, NY.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Harold Avella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avella is affiliated with South Shore University 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 Harold Avella accepting new patients in Northport, NY?
Yes, Dr. Harold Avella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harold Avella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avella's office at (631) 385-0207 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harold Avella?
Please contact Dr. Avella's office at (631) 385-0207 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Harold Avella have?
Dr. Harold Avella is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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