Dr. Robert Birkhahn, MD

Brooklyn, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Birkhahn, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

Dr. Robert Birkhahn, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Birkhahn completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Emergency Medicine and is currently affiliated with The Methodist Hospital. Dr. Birkhahn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birkhahn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birkhahn’s office at (503) 525-0090.

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

Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh

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

Yes, Dr. Robert Birkhahn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Birkhahn speak?

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

English

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

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

Diabetes Screening
General Disorder Screening
Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
Health Screening
Blood Sugar Test
Diabetes Mellitus Screening
Glucose Screening
General Health Check
Disease Screening
Medical Disorder Screening
Hormone Disorder Screening
Gland Disorder Screening
Endocrine System Check

ICD-10 Codes:

Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
Underactive Thyroid
Low Thyroid Function

ICD-10 Codes:

E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

Also known as:

Recurrent Depression
Depression
Chronic depression
Repeated depressive episodes
Clinical depression

ICD-10 Codes:

F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified

Also known as:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety
GAD
Chronic Worry
Excessive Worry Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Birkhahn may include:

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

Does Dr. Birkhahn accept my insurance?

Dr. Birkhahn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 525-0090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

Top Insurances

Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
State of Oregon
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Birkhahn's office located?

The Methodist Hospital

506 6th St

Brooklyn, NY 11215

(503) 525-0090

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

Dr. Birkhahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366497455.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birkhahn?

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

What is Dr. Robert Birkhahn's specialty?

Dr. Birkhahn is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, 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. Robert Birkhahn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Birkhahn 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

When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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