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Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Manhasset, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Manhasset, NY?

    Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Manhasset, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Laker is currently affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. Laker is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laker’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Laker speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Laker typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Laker 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. Laker. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Laker typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Laker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Laker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laker accept in Manhasset, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Amida Care

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Humana

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Laker's office located?

    Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker's Primary Practice

    300 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

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    Staten Island University Hospital

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

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    Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker's Practice 3

    27005 76th Ave

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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

    Dr. Laker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447679048.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laker?

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

    What is Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker's specialty?

    Dr. Laker is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Manhasset, 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 Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laker is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Staten Island University Hospital - North, North Shore University Hospital, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Richmond University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker accepting new patients in Manhasset, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yehoshua N. Laker?

    Please contact Dr. Laker's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Laker's office located?

    Dr. Laker's offices are located in Manhasset, NY, Staten Island, NY, and New Hyde Park, NY.