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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratner, Pulmonologist in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Sanford Ratner, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Ratner graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program. Dr. Ratner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratner’s office at (516) 504-0800.
Where did Dr. Ratner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ratner speak?
Dr. Ratner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ratner typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ratner 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. Ratner. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ratner typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanford Ratner may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Ratner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ratner accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 504-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ratner accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Ratner in Great Neck, 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
Cigna Group
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ratner's office located?
Dr. Sanford Ratner's Primary Practice
295 Community Dr
Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 504-0800
What is Dr. Ratner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ratner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528064961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratner
What is Dr. Sanford Ratner's specialty?
Dr. Ratner is a Pulmonologist near Great Neck, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Sanford Ratner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratner is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island, Peconic Bay Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, Greenwich Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sanford Ratner accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Ratner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanford Ratner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratner's office at (516) 504-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanford Ratner?
Please contact Dr. Ratner's office at (516) 504-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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