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Dr. Boris Livshits, MD

Elmwood Park, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Livshits, Internist in Elmwood Park, NJ?

    Dr. Boris Livshits, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elmwood Park, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Livshits graduated from Moscow University of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Livshits is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Livshits’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Livshits’s office at (201) 797-8914.

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

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine | St Vincents Med Center Ny Med College | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

    • Medical School: First Moscow Sechenov Med Institute Moscow Russia | Moscow University of Medicine

    Is Dr. Livshits board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Boris Livshits, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Livshits speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Livshits typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Livshits 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. Livshits. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Livshits typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Livshits performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Livshits. 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:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Does Dr. Livshits accept my insurance?

    Dr. Livshits accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 797-8914 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Livshits accept in Elmwood Park, NJ?

    Dr. Livshits in Elmwood Park, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Livshits' office located?

    Dr. Boris Livshits' Primary Practice

    278 Broadway Ste 1

    Elmwood Park, NJ 07407

    (201) 797-8914

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

    Dr. Livshits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962442210.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Livshits?

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

    What is Dr. Boris Livshits's specialty?

    Dr. Livshits is a Internist near Elmwood Park, NJ.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Boris Livshits affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Livshits is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Boris Livshits accepting new patients in Elmwood Park, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Boris Livshits is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Boris Livshits offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Livshits's office at (201) 797-8914 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Boris Livshits?

    Please contact Dr. Livshits's office at (201) 797-8914 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Boris Livshits have?

    Dr. Boris Livshits is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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