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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Platsman, Pediatrician in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Lev Platsman is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Platsman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platsman’s office at (718) 948-2121.
What languages does Dr. Platsman speak?
Dr. Platsman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Platsman typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Platsman 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. Platsman. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Platsman typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lev Platsman may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Platsman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Platsman accept my insurance?
Dr. Platsman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 948-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Platsman accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Platsman in Staten Island, 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)
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Platsman's office located?
What is Dr. Platsman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Platsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851787683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platsman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Platsman
What is Dr. Lev Platsman's specialty?
Dr. Platsman is a Pediatrician near Staten Island, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Lev Platsman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Platsman is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Lev Platsman accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lev Platsman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lev Platsman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Platsman's office at (718) 948-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lev Platsman?
Please contact Dr. Platsman's office at (718) 948-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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