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Dr. Vanessa Jeffers, MD

Brooklyn, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Vanessa Jeffers, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Jeffers completed her residency at Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jeffers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jeffers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jeffers’s office at (718) 596-9800.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Jeffers?

    Dr. Vanessa Jeffers, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Jeffers empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Women's Health, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Jeffers is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    What languages does Dr. Jeffers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Jeffers treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Jeffers 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. Jeffers. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Jeffers perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vanessa Jeffers may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jeffers' office.

    Does Dr. Jeffers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jeffers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 596-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Jeffers 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jeffers' office located?

    Dr. Vanessa Jeffers' Primary Practice

    650 Fulton St

    Brooklyn, NY 11217

    (718) 596-9800

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    Dr. Vanessa Jeffers' Practice 2

    55 Greene Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11238

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vanessa Jeffers?

    Dr. Jeffers has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Jeffers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912913195.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jeffers?

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

    What is Dr. Vanessa Jeffers's specialty?

    Dr. Jeffers 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.

    Contact Dr. Jeffers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vanessa Jeffers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffers is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Vanessa Jeffers accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Vanessa Jeffers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vanessa Jeffers offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffers, or call (718) 596-9800 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Vanessa Jeffers?

    Please contact Dr. Jeffers's office at (718) 596-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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