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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krinsky, Nephrologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Robert Krinsky, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Krinsky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krinsky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krinsky’s office at (718) 257-7777.
Is Dr. Krinsky board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Krinsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krinsky speak?
Dr. Krinsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Krinsky typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Krinsky 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. Krinsky. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Krinsky typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Krinsky may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Krinsky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krinsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Krinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 257-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krinsky accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Krinsky 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
Centene Corporation
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krinsky's office located?
Dr. Robert Krinsky's Primary Practice
8707 Flatlands Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(718) 257-7777
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Krinsky?
Dr. Krinsky has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Krinsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942495460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krinsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krinsky
What is Dr. Robert Krinsky's specialty?
Dr. Krinsky is a Nephrologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Robert Krinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krinsky is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Krinsky accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Krinsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Krinsky offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Krinsky, or call (718) 257-7777 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Krinsky?
Please contact Dr. Krinsky's office at (718) 257-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Krinsky have?
Dr. Robert Krinsky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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