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Dr. Jerry Weissman, MD

Physiatrist

Elmhurst, NY

54 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Weissman, Physiatrist in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Jerry Weissman, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 54 years and is board certified. Dr. Weissman completed his residency at Mt Sinai Hospital. Dr. Weissman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weissman’s office at (718) 883-3225.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Hospital

    Is Dr. Weissman board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Jerry Weissman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Weissman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Weissman typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Weissman 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. Weissman. 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:

    • Guillain-Barré Syndrome
    • Guillain-Barre Syndrome
    • Guillain-Barr syndrome
    • GBS
    • Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
    • Post-Infectious Paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G610: Guillain-Barre syndrome

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Weissman typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Jerry Weissman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Weissman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Weissman accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Weissman's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Weissman's office located?

    Dr. Jerry Weissman's Primary Practice

    7901 Broadway Rm A19

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 883-3225

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    Dr. Jerry Weissman's Practice 2

    8268 164th St

    Jamaica, NY 11432

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

    Dr. Weissman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972531093.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weissman?

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

    What is Dr. Jerry Weissman's specialty?

    Dr. Weissman is a Physiatrist near Elmhurst, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Jerry Weissman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Weissman 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore 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 Dr. Jerry Weissman accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jerry Weissman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jerry Weissman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weissman's office at (718) 883-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jerry Weissman?

    Please contact Dr. Weissman's office at (718) 883-3225 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Weissman's office located?

    Dr. Weissman's offices are located in Elmhurst, NY and Jamaica, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jerry Weissman have?

    Dr. Jerry Weissman is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.