SW
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wortman, Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Shye Wortman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Wortman graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wortman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wortman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wortman’s office at (718) 477-6900.
Where did Dr. Wortman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Staten Island University Hospital Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Wortman board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shye Wortman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wortman speak?
Dr. Wortman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wortman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wortman 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. Wortman. 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:
- 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:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wortman typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shye Wortman may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Wortman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wortman accept my insurance?
Dr. Wortman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 477-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wortman accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Wortman in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wortman's office located?
Dr. Shye Wortman's Primary Practice
2315 Victory Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 477-6900
What hospitals are Dr. Wortman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wortman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Staten Island University Hospital - North,Staten Island, NY
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Staten Island University Hospital - North,Staten Island, NY
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Englewood Hospital,Englewood, NJRanked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Englewood Hospital,Englewood, NJ
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus,Bethlehem, PARanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus,Bethlehem, PA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 13 Procedures
Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 13 Procedures
What is Dr. Wortman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wortman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275584138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wortman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wortman
What is Dr. Shye Wortman's specialty?
Dr. Wortman is an Internist near Staten Island, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Shye Wortman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wortman is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Englewood Hospital, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Dr. Shye Wortman accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shye Wortman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shye Wortman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wortman's office at (718) 477-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shye Wortman?
Please contact Dr. Wortman's office at (718) 477-6900 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Wortman's office located?
Dr. Wortman's office is located in Staten Island, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shye Wortman have?
Dr. Shye Wortman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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