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Dr. Donald Wallerson, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wallerson, Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Donald Wallerson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wallerson graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wallerson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallerson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallerson’s office at (718) 519-6340.

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

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Cardiovascular Diseases; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine | Montefiore Hosp Med Ctr | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    Is Dr. Wallerson board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Wallerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wallerson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wallerson treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Wallerson 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. Wallerson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild

    What procedures does Dr. Wallerson perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Wallerson 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. Wallerson. 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:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Pure Tone Hearing Test
    • Audiometry (Air and Bone)
    • Threshold Hearing Test
    • Air and Bone Conduction Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92553: Pure tone audiometry (threshold); air and bone

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Wallerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wallerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 519-6340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Leon Medical Centers

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Network Solutions

    • State of New York

    • Total Health Care

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wallerson's office located?

    Dr. Donald Wallerson's Primary Practice

    8401 Fort Hamilton Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11209

    (718) 519-6340

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    Dr. Donald Wallerson's Practice 2

    9425 60th Ave Ste B

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

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    Dr. Donald Wallerson's Practice 3

    5718 Woodside Ave Ste B101

    Woodside, NY 11377

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Donald Wallerson?

    Dr. Wallerson has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Wallerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407885387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallerson?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Wallerson's specialty?

    Dr. Wallerson is a Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Wallerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Wallerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wallerson is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, BronxCare Health System, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn), The Mount Sinai Hospital, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Mount Sinai Queens 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Donald Wallerson accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Wallerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Wallerson offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wallerson, or call (718) 519-6340 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Wallerson?

    Please contact Dr. Wallerson's office at (718) 519-6340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Wallerson have?

    Dr. Donald Wallerson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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