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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Who is Dr. Hughes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Sydney Hughes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (516) 227-2273.
Where did Dr. Hughes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Hughes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?
Dr. Hughes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hughes treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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.
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hughes perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sydney Hughes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hughes' office.
Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 227-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Hughes in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
California Foundation for Medical Care
Department of Veterans Affairs
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
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Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
Dr. Sydney Hughes' Primary Practice
1919 Hempstead Tpke
East Meadow, NY 11554
(516) 227-2273
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sydney Hughes?
Dr. Hughes has appointments available at his East Meadow, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Hughes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396797890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hughes
What is Dr. Sydney Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Hughes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near East Meadow, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Hughes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sydney Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hughes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sydney Hughes accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sydney Hughes offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hughes, or call (516) 227-2273 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sydney Hughes?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office at (516) 227-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sydney Hughes have?
Dr. Sydney Hughes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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