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Dr. Michael Platzman, DO

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Platzman, Family Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Michael Platzman, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Platzman graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Binghamton Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Platzman is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platzman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platzman’s office at (212) 304-0682.

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

    • Residency: Binghamton Gen Hosp, Family Medicine | BINGHAMTON GENERAL HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Platzman board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Platzman, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Platzman speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Platzman treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Platzman 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. Platzman. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Employment Medical Exam
    • Job physical
    • Employment health check
    • Pre-hire medical assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Platzman perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Platzman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Platzman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Platzman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 304-0682 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Platzman accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • MVP Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Platzman's office located?

    Dr. Michael Platzman's Primary Practice

    4960 Broadway Apt 1C

    New York, NY 10034

    (212) 304-0682

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    Dr. Michael Platzman's Practice 2

    315 S Manning Blvd

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. Michael Platzman's Practice 3

    175 Route 59

    Spring Valley, NY 10977

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

    Dr. Platzman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093742942.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platzman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Platzman's specialty?

    Dr. Platzman is a Family Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Platzman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Platzman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Platzman is affiliated with St. John's Riverside Hospital - Andrus Pavilion, Ellis 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family 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 Michael Platzman accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Platzman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Platzman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Platzman's office at (212) 304-0682 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Platzman?

    Please contact Dr. Platzman's office at (212) 304-0682 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Platzman have?

    Dr. Michael Platzman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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