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Who is Dr. Stemberga, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Merrick, NY?
Dr. Desiree Stemberga, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merrick, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Stemberga completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; New Rochelle Hosp Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Stemberga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stemberga’s office at (631) 477-5466.
Where did Dr. Stemberga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; New Rochelle Hosp Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
What languages does Dr. Stemberga speak?
Dr. Stemberga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stemberga typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stemberga 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. Stemberga. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stemberga typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Desiree Stemberga may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Stemberga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stemberga accept my insurance?
Dr. Stemberga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 477-5466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stemberga accept in Merrick, NY?
Dr. Stemberga in Merrick, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stemberga's office located?
Dr. Desiree Stemberga's Primary Practice
1989 Merrick Rd
Merrick, NY 11566
(631) 477-5466
What is Dr. Stemberga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stemberga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326083106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stemberga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stemberga
What is Dr. Desiree Stemberga's specialty?
Dr. Stemberga is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Merrick, 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 this Dr. Desiree Stemberga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stemberga 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
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Is Desiree Stemberga accepting new patients in Merrick, NY?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Stemberga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Stemberga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stemberga's office at (631) 477-5466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Stemberga?
Please contact Dr. Stemberga's office at (631) 477-5466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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