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Dr. Luba Karlin, MD

Physiatrist

New York, NY

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Karlin, Physiatrist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Luba Karlin, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Karlin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karlin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karlin’s office at (212) 781-4720.

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

    • Medical School: Russian State Medical University (Rsmu), Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Karlin board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Luba Karlin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Karlin speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Karlin typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Karlin 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. Karlin. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Cervical Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Compression in Neck
    • Neck Disc Disease with Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5000: Cervical disc disorder with myelopathy, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
    • Lumbar Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Karlin typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Luba Karlin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Karlin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karlin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 781-4720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEICO

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State Farm Insurance

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karlin's office located?

    Dr. Luba Karlin's Primary Practice

    436 Fort Washington Ave Apt 1H

    New York, NY 10033

    (212) 781-4720

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

    Dr. Karlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104872803.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karlin?

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

    What is Dr. Luba Karlin's specialty?

    Dr. Karlin is a Physiatrist near New York, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Luba Karlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Karlin 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Luba Karlin accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Luba Karlin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luba Karlin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karlin's office at (212) 781-4720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luba Karlin?

    Please contact Dr. Karlin's office at (212) 781-4720 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karlin's office located?

    Dr. Karlin's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luba Karlin have?

    Dr. Luba Karlin is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.