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Dr. Elif Erim, MD

Utica, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Erim, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Elif Erim, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Erim graduated from Istanbul Universitesi. Dr. Erim is fluent in English, German, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erim’s office at (315) 798-4955.

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

    • Medical School: Istanbul University Istanbul Tip Fak Istanbul Turkey | Istanbul Universitesi

    Is Dr. Erim board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Elif Erim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Erim speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Erim treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Erim 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. Erim. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Retention
    • Urine and Urination
    • Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
    • Trouble emptying bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R339: Retention of urine, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Oral dysphagia
    • Trouble chewing and swallowing
    • Difficulty moving food in mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase

    Also known as:

    • Swelling
    • Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Bloating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R609: Edema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Falls
    • Falls
    • Frequent Falling
    • Recurrent Falls
    • Balance Problems Leading to Falls

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R296: Repeated falls

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Erim perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elif Erim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Erim's office.

    Does Dr. Erim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 798-4955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erim accept in Utica, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Erim's office located?

    Dr. Elif Erim's Primary Practice

    2150 Bleecker St

    Utica, NY 13501

    (315) 798-4955

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

    Dr. Erim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003842584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erim?

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

    What is Dr. Elif Erim's specialty?

    Dr. Erim is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Utica, NY. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Erim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elif Erim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Erim is affiliated with Wynn Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Elif Erim accepting new patients in Utica, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Elif Erim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elif Erim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erim's office at (315) 798-4955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elif Erim?

    Please contact Dr. Erim's office at (315) 798-4955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elif Erim have?

    Dr. Elif Erim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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