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Dr. Lucy Pontrelli, MD
Staten Island, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pontrelli, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Lucy Pontrelli, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Pontrelli completed her residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Dr. Pontrelli is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pontrelli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pontrelli’s office at (718) 735-6002.
Where did Dr. Pontrelli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Pontrelli board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Pontrelli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pontrelli speak?
Dr. Pontrelli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Pontrelli typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Pontrelli 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. Pontrelli. 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Pontrelli typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucy Pontrelli may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Pontrelli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pontrelli accept my insurance?
Dr. Pontrelli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 735-6002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pontrelli accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Pontrelli in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Mass General Brigham
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pontrelli's office located?
What is Dr. Pontrelli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pontrelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770526113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pontrelli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pontrelli
What is Dr. Lucy Pontrelli's specialty?
Dr. Pontrelli is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Staten Island, NY.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Lucy Pontrelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pontrelli is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucy Pontrelli accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Pontrelli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucy Pontrelli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pontrelli's office at (718) 735-6002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucy Pontrelli?
Please contact Dr. Pontrelli's office at (718) 735-6002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lucy Pontrelli have?
Dr. Lucy Pontrelli is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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