Who is Dr. Gelfand, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Robert Gelfand, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gelfand completed his residency at Yale Univ Sch Of Med, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Gelfand is fluent in English, Chinese, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelfand’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelfand’s office at (917) 300-0553.
Dr. Robert Gelfand, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist 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. Gelfand empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the New York/NY community, Dr. Gelfand is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gelfand go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale Univ Sch Of Med, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gelfand board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Gelfand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gelfand speak?
Dr. Gelfand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gelfand treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Gelfand 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. Gelfand. 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:
Dehydration
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Lack of Fluids
Fluid Loss
Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
Age-Related Osteoporosis
Fractures
Osteoporosis
Senile Osteoporosis
Primary Osteoporosis
Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Anemia
Iron
Anemia from Iron Lack
Low Iron Anemia
Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Anemia
B Vitamins
B12 Anemia
Dietary B12 Anemia
Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
Crohn's Disease
Crohn’s Disease
Regional Enteritis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
Hereditary Hemochromatosis
Hemochromatosis
Hereditary hemochromatosis
Genetic Iron Overload
Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
Ulcerative Colitis
Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
Multiple Sclerosis
MS
Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
Rheumatoid Arthritis
RA
Chronic inflammatory arthritis
Autoimmune arthritis
Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
Hives
Urticaria
Welts
Itchy rash
ICD-10 Codes:
L509: Urticaria, unspecified
Does Dr. Gelfand accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelfand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelfand accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Gelfand in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Gelfand?
Dr. Gelfand has appointments available at his New York, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Gelfand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelfand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407855612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelfand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelfand
What is Dr. Robert Gelfand's specialty?
Dr. Gelfand is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Gelfand to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Gelfand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelfand is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical 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
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Is Robert Gelfand accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Gelfand is accepting new patients at this time.
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