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10 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Israel, Gastroenterologist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Yuriy Israel is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 10 years. Dr. Israel completed his residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Israel is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Israel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Israel’s office at (718) 261-0900.
Where did Dr. Israel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Beth Israel Medical Center | New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center
Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center
Medical School: Queens College, CUNY | Mount Sinai School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Israel speak?
Dr. Israel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Israel typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Israel 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. Israel. 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:
- 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:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Israel typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Israel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Israel. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Small Intestine Endoscopy (Enteroscopy)
- Small bowel scope
- Enteroscopy
- Ileum endoscopy
- Diagnostic intestinal endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 44376: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Israel accept my insurance?
Dr. Israel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 261-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Israel accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Israel in Forest Hills, 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
Cigna Group
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Israel's office located?
What is Dr. Israel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Israel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154563682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Israel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Israel
What is Dr. Yuriy Israel's specialty?
Dr. Israel is a Gastroenterologist near Forest Hills, NY.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Yuriy Israel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Israel is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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 Yuriy Israel accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yuriy Israel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yuriy Israel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Israel's office at (718) 261-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yuriy Israel?
Please contact Dr. Israel's office at (718) 261-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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