AP
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polonsky, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Amy Polonsky, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Polonsky completed her residency at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Polonsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polonsky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polonsky’s office at (410) 368-6000.
Where did Dr. Polonsky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Polonsky speak?
Dr. Polonsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Polonsky treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polonsky 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. Polonsky. 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
- R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu with Ear Infection
- Flu
- Ear Infection
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Influenza Otitis Media
- Flu-Related Earache
- Middle Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J1083: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with otitis media
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Seizures
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Polonsky perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Amy Polonsky 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. Polonsky's office.
Does Dr. Polonsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Polonsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 368-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polonsky accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Polonsky in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Kaiser Permanente
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
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Where is Dr. Polonsky's office located?
What is Dr. Polonsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polonsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740229111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polonsky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polonsky
What is Dr. Amy Polonsky's specialty?
Dr. Polonsky is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Polonsky to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amy Polonsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polonsky is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital 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
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Is Amy Polonsky accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Amy Polonsky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Polonsky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polonsky's office at (410) 368-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Polonsky?
Please contact Dr. Polonsky's office at (410) 368-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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