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Dr. Michael Tavdy, MD

Brooklyn, NY

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tavdy, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Michael Tavdy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tavdy graduated from Kazakh-Russian Medical University and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tavdy is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavdy’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavdy’s office at (718) 265-2222.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Celjabinsk Medical Institute | Kazakh-Russian Medical University

    Is Dr. Tavdy board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Tavdy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tavdy speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Tavdy treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tavdy 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. Tavdy. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does Dr. Tavdy perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tavdy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tavdy. 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:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
    • Chest Wall Manipulation
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
    • Airway Clearance Therapy
    • Cupping for Lung Function

    CPT Codes:

    • 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
    • Chest Physiotherapy
    • Cupping for Lungs
    • Percussion and Vibration Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Tavdy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tavdy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 265-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tavdy accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fort Healthcare

    • Healthfirst

    • Leon Medical Centers

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Tavdy's office located?

    Dr. Michael Tavdy's Primary Practice

    2705 Mermaid Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11224

    (718) 265-2222

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    Dr. Michael Tavdy's Practice 2

    2876 W 27th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11224

    (718) 265-2222

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

    Dr. Tavdy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720016793.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavdy?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Tavdy's specialty?

    Dr. Tavdy is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tavdy is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Tavdy accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Tavdy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tavdy's office at (718) 265-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Tavdy?

    Please contact Dr. Tavdy's office at (718) 265-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Tavdy have?

    Dr. Michael Tavdy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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