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Who is Dr. Drakes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Vonetta Drakes, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Drakes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drakes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drakes’s office at (718) 604-5000.
What languages does Dr. Drakes speak?
Dr. Drakes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drakes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drakes 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. Drakes. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drakes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vonetta Drakes 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. Drakes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drakes accept my insurance?
Dr. Drakes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 604-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drakes accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Drakes in Brooklyn, 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 Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Drakes' office located?
What is Dr. Drakes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drakes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134351414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drakes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drakes
What is Dr. Vonetta Drakes's specialty?
Dr. Drakes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, 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. Vonetta Drakes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Drakes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health + Hospitals Woodhull, St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth, Nyc Health & Hospitals - Bellevue. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vonetta Drakes accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vonetta Drakes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vonetta Drakes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drakes's office at (718) 604-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vonetta Drakes?
Please contact Dr. Drakes's office at (718) 604-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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