16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walfish, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Menachem Walfish, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Walfish graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Walfish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walfish’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walfish’s office at (347) 417-9098.
Where did Dr. Walfish go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Walfish board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Menachem Walfish, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Walfish speak?
Dr. Walfish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walfish typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Walfish 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. Walfish. 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 here.
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Other Digestive Symptoms
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Unspecified Abdominal Symptoms
- Other Belly Problems
- Digestive System Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- R198: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walfish typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Walfish 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. Walfish. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Walfish accept my insurance?
Dr. Walfish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (347) 417-9098 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walfish accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Walfish in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walfish's office located?
What is Dr. Walfish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walfish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245439843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walfish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walfish
What is Dr. Menachem Walfish's specialty?
Dr. Walfish is a 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 this Dr. Menachem Walfish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walfish is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of 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
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Is Menachem Walfish accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Menachem Walfish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Menachem Walfish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walfish's office at (347) 417-9098 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Menachem Walfish?
Please contact Dr. Walfish's office at (347) 417-9098 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Menachem Walfish have?
Dr. Menachem Walfish is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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