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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polito, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Christopher Polito, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Polito is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polito’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polito’s office at (631) 968-3970.
What languages does Dr. Polito speak?
Dr. Polito and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polito typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polito 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. Polito. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Polito typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Polito 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. Polito's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polito accept my insurance?
Dr. Polito accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 968-3970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polito accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Polito in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Polito's office located?
Dr. Christopher Polito's Primary Practice
101 Nicolls Rd
Stony Brook, NY 11794
(631) 968-3970
What is Dr. Polito's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polito's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447679147.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polito?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polito
What is Dr. Christopher Polito's specialty?
Dr. Polito is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, 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. Christopher Polito affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polito is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Mather Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital 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
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Is Christopher Polito accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Polito is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Polito offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polito's office at (631) 968-3970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Polito?
Please contact Dr. Polito's office at (631) 968-3970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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