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Dr. Robert Gelfand, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 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.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gelfand?

    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 in 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 from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
    • D649: 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:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, 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:

    • 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:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • Autoimmune Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Hives
    • Urticaria
    • Welts
    • Itchy rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L509: Urticaria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    Also known as:

    • Autonomic nervous system disorder
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • ANS disorder
    • Dysautonomia
    • Autonomic neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G909: Disorder of the autonomic nervous system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • CLL
    • B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphocytic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
    • Low platelet count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura

    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.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Partners Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gelfand's office located?

    East Side Oncology Associates

    1751 York Ave

    New York, NY 10128

    (917) 300-0553

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    Hudson Hematology/Oncology

    377 Jersey Ave, Ste 160

    Jersey City, NJ 07302

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    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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Explore Hematology / Oncology Specialist 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 Robert Gelfand accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Gelfand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Gelfand offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gelfand, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Gelfand?

    Please contact Dr. Gelfand's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Gelfand have?

    Dr. Robert Gelfand is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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