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Dr. Peter Einersen, MD

Surgeon

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Einersen, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Peter Einersen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Einersen is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Einersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Einersen’s office at (212) 263-2225.

    What languages does Dr. Einersen speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Einersen typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Einersen 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. Einersen. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Syndrome
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Insulin Resistance Syndrome
    • Syndrome X

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Einersen typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Einersen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Einersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Einersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-2225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Einersen's office located?

    Dr. Peter Einersen's Primary Practice

    121 DeKalb Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

    (212) 263-2225

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    Dr. Peter Einersen's Practice 2

    462 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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

    Dr. Einersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639512478.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Einersen?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Einersen's specialty?

    Dr. Einersen is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Peter Einersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Einersen is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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 a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. Peter Einersen accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Einersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Einersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Einersen's office at (212) 263-2225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Einersen?

    Please contact Dr. Einersen's office at (212) 263-2225 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Einersen's office located?

    Dr. Einersen's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.