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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lieber, Nephrologist in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Joseph Lieber, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lieber graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lieber is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lieber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lieber’s office at (718) 334-4815.
Where did Dr. Lieber go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Elmhurst) Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Lieber board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lieber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lieber speak?
Dr. Lieber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lieber typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lieber 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. Lieber. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lieber typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Lieber may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Lieber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lieber accept my insurance?
Dr. Lieber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 334-4815 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lieber accept in Elmhurst, NY?
Dr. Lieber in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Lieber's office located?
What is Dr. Lieber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lieber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588678395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lieber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lieber
What is Dr. Joseph Lieber's specialty?
Dr. Lieber is a Nephrologist near Elmhurst, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lieber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lieber is affiliated with Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Lieber accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lieber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lieber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lieber's office at (718) 334-4815 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lieber?
Please contact Dr. Lieber's office at (718) 334-4815 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Lieber have?
Dr. Joseph Lieber is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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