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Dr. Rachel Waldron, MD

Dr. Rachel Waldron, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Flushing, NY

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waldron, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Rachel Waldron, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Waldron completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine and is currently affiliated with Ny Hospital Medical Center Of Queens Emergency Dep. She is a member of the ACEP, SAEM. Dr. Waldron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldron’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldron’s office at (718) 670-1231.

    Where did Dr. Waldron go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine | University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny

    Is Dr. Waldron board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Waldron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waldron speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldron typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waldron 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. Waldron. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waldron typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Waldron may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waldron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waldron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-1231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waldron accept in Flushing, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mitchell Family Office

    • Oscar Health

    • Selman and company

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    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Ny Hospital Medical Center Of Queens Emergency Dep

    5645 Main St

    Flushing, NY 11355

    (718) 670-1231

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    ACEP, SAEM

    Member

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

    Dr. Waldron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861415028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldron?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Waldron's specialty?

    Dr. Waldron is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Flushing, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Rachel Waldron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waldron is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Candler Hospital, East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Memorial Health 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Rachel Waldron accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Waldron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Waldron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office at (718) 670-1231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Waldron?

    Please contact Dr. Waldron's office at (718) 670-1231 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waldron's office located?

    Dr. Waldron's office is located in Flushing, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Waldron have?

    Dr. Rachel Waldron is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.