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Dr. David Laufgraben, MD

Dr. David Laufgraben, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laufgraben, Pediatrician in New York, NY?

    Dr. David Laufgraben is a Board Certified general pediatrician who is dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care for kids of every age, and to earning the trust of families he works with. His mission is to offer the guidance and support needed to keep children healthy, and to help families weather the ups and downs of childhood along the way.Dr. Laufgraben grew up in Buffalo and went to college at Yale University. After graduating, he volunteered with Child Life Services at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, an experience that led to his focus on children?s health. He earned his medical degree at Columbia University?s College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed pediatric training at Mount Sinai Kravis Children?s Hospital, where he was recognized with an excellence in primary care award and selected to be Chief Resident. After finishing residency, Dr.Laufgraben worked for New York City?s Office of School Health where he provided supervisory care for students at more than 30 schools. He is a committed advocate for children and is proud to be part of Weill Cornell?s pediatric team.

    What languages does Dr. Laufgraben speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Laufgraben typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Laufgraben 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. Laufgraben. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Does Dr. Laufgraben accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laufgraben accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laufgraben accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Laufgraben's office located?

    Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care - Lower Manhattan (Pediatrics)

    Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care - Lower Manhattan (Pediatrics)

    156 William Street

    7th Floor

    New York, NY 10038

    (917) 300-0553

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. David Laufgraben?

    Dr. Laufgraben has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Laufgraben's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346668068.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laufgraben?

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

    What is Dr. David Laufgraben's specialty?

    Dr. Laufgraben is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. David Laufgraben affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laufgraben is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 David Laufgraben accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Laufgraben is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Laufgraben offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laufgraben, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with David Laufgraben?

    Please contact Dr. Laufgraben's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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