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Dr. Paul Shifrin, DO

Anesthesiologist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shifrin, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Paul Shifrin, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shifrin is currently affiliated with Nyc Health And Hospitals Corp Kings County Hosp C. Dr. Shifrin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shifrin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shifrin’s office at (347) 417-9084.

    What languages does Dr. Shifrin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shifrin typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shifrin 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. Shifrin. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    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:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shifrin typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Shifrin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shifrin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shifrin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (347) 417-9084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shifrin accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Shifrin in Brooklyn, 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

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shifrin's office located?

    Dr. Paul Shifrin's Primary Practice

    5000 Avenue K

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

    (347) 417-9084

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    Nyc Health And Hospitals Corp Kings County Hosp C

    451 Clarkson Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

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

    Dr. Shifrin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346368800.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shifrin?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Shifrin's specialty?

    Dr. Shifrin is an Anesthesiologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Paul Shifrin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shifrin is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Englewood 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Paul Shifrin accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Shifrin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Shifrin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shifrin's office at (347) 417-9084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Shifrin?

    Please contact Dr. Shifrin's office at (347) 417-9084 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shifrin's office located?

    Dr. Shifrin's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.