Who is Dr. Scheers-Masters, Rheumatologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Where did Dr. Scheers-Masters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Scheers-Masters board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Scheers-Masters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scheers-Masters speak?
Dr. Scheers-Masters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Scheers-Masters typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Scheers-Masters 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. Scheers-Masters. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Abnormal Immune System Findings in Organ or Tissue Samples
- Unusual Immune Test Results
- Atypical Immunological Findings
- Immune System Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R894: Abnormal immunological findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Scheers-Masters typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Scheers-Masters 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. Scheers-Masters. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Scheers-Masters accept my insurance?
Dr. Scheers-Masters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8519 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scheers-Masters accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Scheers-Masters in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Healthfirst New York
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Scheers-Masters' office located?
Division Of Rheumatology Maimonides Medical Center
4802 10th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11219
(718) 283-8519
What hospitals are Dr. Scheers-Masters affiliated with?
Dr. Scheers-Masters has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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What is Dr. Scheers-Masters's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scheers-Masters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740474303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scheers-Masters?
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