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Dr. Zachary Kuschner

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Elmhurst, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuschner, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Zachary Kuschner is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kuschner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuschner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuschner’s office at (631) 473-1320.

    What languages does Dr. Kuschner speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuschner 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. Kuschner. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuschner performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kuschner. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Kuschner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuschner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 473-1320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuschner accept in Elmhurst, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Kuschner's office located?

    Dr. Zachary Kuschner's Primary Practice

    7901 Broadway

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (631) 473-1320

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    Dr. Zachary Kuschner's Practice 2

    27005 76th Ave

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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    Dr. Zachary Kuschner's Practice 3

    75 N Country Rd

    Port Jefferson, NY 11777

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

    Dr. Kuschner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578906178.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuschner?

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

    What is Dr. Zachary Kuschner's specialty?

    Dr. Kuschner is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elmhurst, 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. Zachary Kuschner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuschner is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Mount Sinai Queens, Bronxcare Health System, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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

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    Is Dr. Zachary Kuschner accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zachary Kuschner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zachary Kuschner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuschner's office at (631) 473-1320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zachary Kuschner?

    Please contact Dr. Kuschner's office at (631) 473-1320 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kuschner's office located?

    Dr. Kuschner's offices are located in Elmhurst, NY, New Hyde Park, NY, and Port Jefferson, NY.