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Dr. Jonathan Ascher, MD

Anesthesiologist

New York, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ascher, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Jonathan Ascher, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Ascher graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Ascher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ascher’s office at (212) 979-4000.

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

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology | Ny and Presby Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ascher board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Ascher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ascher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ascher typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ascher 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. Ascher. 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:

    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Retinal Detachments
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Various Detached Retinas
    • Unspecified Retinal Detachment
    • Atypical Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H338: Other retinal detachments

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ascher typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jonathan Ascher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ascher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ascher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 979-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ascher 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)

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Ascher's office located?

    Ny Eye & Ear Infirmary

    310 E 14th St

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 979-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ascher affiliated with?

    Dr. Ascher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai,New York, NY

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

    Dr. Ascher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881699148.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ascher?

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

    What is Dr. Jonathan Ascher's specialty?

    Dr. Ascher is an Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Jonathan Ascher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ascher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Jonathan Ascher accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Ascher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jonathan Ascher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ascher's office at (212) 979-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jonathan Ascher?

    Please contact Dr. Ascher's office at (212) 979-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ascher's office located?

    Dr. Ascher's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Ascher have?

    Dr. Jonathan Ascher is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.